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In-House Reports and Data

Resume Genius is committed to empowering professionals worldwide by staying on top of the latest trends and presenting timely, original research below:

Surveys

Hiring Trends Survey
Resume Genius surveyed 625 U.S. hiring managers and compiled their thoughts and preferences on what makes an ideal candidate in 2024.

Workplace Skills Survey
Resume Genius surveyed 812 hiring managers across the United States to help job seekers understand what types of work-related skills employers are looking for.

AI and the Future of Work Survey
Resume Genius surveyed 1000 employees to examine a range of issues relating to artificial intelligence (AI) in the workplace, such as attitudes and feelings toward AI at work and recruitment, first-hand experiences with AI, and AI’s potential impact on the job market.

4-Day Workweek Survey
Resume Genius found that while hugely popular among American workers, the four-day week isn’t the magic cure for burnout. Instead, changing the way Americans work may be a more effective antidote.

Reports

2024 Personality Hire Success Strategies Report
Resume Genius discusses the “personality hire” trend and how anyone who considers themselves a “personality hire” can make themselves a key asset at the workplace.

2024 Misrepresentation in Hiring Practices Report
Resume Genius explains the biggest reasons why hiring managers say they lie to applicants during the recruitment process.

2024 Skills-Based Hiring Report
Resume Genius researchers found that 65% of surveyed hiring managers are willing to hire candidates for their skills alone.

2024 Gen Z Workers Report 
Based on research from its Hiring Trends Survey conducted in January 2024, Resume Genius discusses six ways Gen Z workers can succeed in the workplace.

2024 Ghosting Trends in Hiring Report
Resume Genius found that 80% of hiring managers have ghosted candidates and provides tips on what job hunters can do if they get ghosted during the hiring process.

2024 Vocational Training Outlook Report
Resume Genius names six reasons why younger generations are picking vocational school training over studying at traditional universities.

2024 State of Job-Hopping Report
Based on in-house survey findings stating that 1 in 2 hiring managers see job-hopping as a red flag, Resume Genius consulted 8 hiring professionals to provide an updated view on job-hopping and how people can make more informed career-related decisions this year.

2024 Salary Expectations Report
Resume Genius spoke with seven hiring and career experts on how job seekers can effectively answer interviewers when asked about their salary expectations.

2024 High-Paying Green Jobs Report
For job applicants seeking a job in sustainability, Resume Genius provides an overview of this industry’s outlook, what career paths they can take, and where to find these jobs.

2024 Highest Paying, Women-Led Careers Report
Career experts provide research and insights on the highest-paying career paths dominated by women in 2024 and how job seekers can get these roles.

2024 Introvert-Friendly High-Paying Jobs Report
The Resume Genius team lists 15 high-paying professions suitable for introverted personalities and provides tips on how these individuals can succeed in their job search.

2024 High-Pay Associate Degree Jobs Report
Resume Genius examines the top 10 associate degrees in 2024 that can open doors to several work opportunities with excellent earning potential.

2024 High-Pay, No-Degree Jobs Report
Resume Genius lists out the top 20 highest-paying jobs that job seekers can get even if they don’t have a degree.

2024 Job Search Trends Report
Career experts at Resume Genius offer key job search trends and tips in 2024 for applicants to stand out in an increasingly competitive job market.

2024 Wage Growth Report
Analyzing data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), Resume Genius looks closely at the 15 jobs that are most likely to expect salary increases in 2024.

2024 Resume Trends Report
Resume Genius career experts reflect upon what current resume trends job seekers need to know to keep their resumes up-to-date.

HR Statistics for 2024
Resume Genius compiled statistics from various reputable sources to help job seekers and hiring managers alike understand the HR landscape in 2024.

85+ Workplace Diversity Statistics for 2024
Sourced from several credible sources, these diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) statistics highlight the growing importance of DEI to both employees and employers in 2024.

2024 Fastest-Growing Jobs Report
Resume Genius ranks the top 30 fastest-growing, high-paying jobs of 2024 based on compiling data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

9/80 Workweek Report
Resume Genius reports on the 9/80 workweek schedule by weighing its pros and cons and assessing its potential impact on the future of work-life balance.

State of Resumes 2024 Report
Resume Genius explores 30+ key resume statistics of 2024 by analyzing proprietary builder data to determine factors that impact hiring decisions.

2024 Cover Letter Significance Report
Resume Genius surveyed 625 hiring managers from a range of small businesses (less than 100 employees) to large companies (1000+ employees) across the US about their thoughts on cover letters.

2023–2024 US Tech Layoffs Report
Using data compiled from several authoritative sources, Resume Genius produced an interactive heatmap to highlight the number of people and cities that were hit hardest by the US tech layoffs from 2023–2024.

2024 Slowest-Growing Jobs Report
Resume Genius compiles data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) to rank the top 30 jobs with the slowest growth in 2024.

California 4-Day Workweek Guide
Resume Genius explains the pros and cons of the Thirty-Two Hour Workweek Act and its potential effect on businesses and workers in California if implemented.

Research Citations

Resume Genius is honored to be featured in a wide range of respected media outlets and publications that spotlighted its original research in the career field:

The Wall Street Journal

“You’re Fighting AI With AI”: Bots Are Breaking the Hiring Process
The Wall Street Journal cited Resume Genius’s survey findings in its latest publication about employees and employers turning to AI tools in hopes of streamlining the hiring process.

Fortune

“Gen Z Really are the Hardest to Work With — Even Managers of Their own Generation Say They’re Difficult. Instead Bosses Plan to Hire More of Their Millennial Counterparts”
Fortune Magazine referenced Resume Genius’s survey findings in its article about Gen Z workers being challenging to work with and who hiring managers plan to hire most in the coming years.

“Reality Star Judge Judy Says Gen Zers are Difficult to Work With Because They got too Many Trophies: ‘When I Grew up, you ran a Race, you Came in First, you got a Trophy”
Fortune featured Judge Judy’s comments on Gen Zers being challenging to work with (because of their upbringing) and cited Resume Genius in its survey findings.

Prada Bosses Want to be More Like Gen Z Because “When You Get Older, You Overthink and Limit Yourself”
Senior Hiring Manager Geoffrey Scott was quoted in Fortune’s article discussing how Prada bosses are boycotting older generations’ mindsets and instead looking to Gen Z for inspiration.

BBC

Job Boards Are Still Rife With “Ghost Jobs”: What’s the Point?
BBC interviewed Geoffrey Scott, Senior Hiring Manager at Resume Genius, and other HR leaders when discussing ghost jobs and their prevalence in today’s workplace.

CNBC

3 In-Demand Skills Employers Want to See on Your Resume Right Now
Resume Genius’s Workplace Skills Survey found that IT skills, software development, and data analysis were the most in-demand skills of 2023. CNBC explores how technology is reshaping the skills companies look for in the ideal candidate.

This Common LinkedIn Mistake Can Hurt Your Chances of Landing a Job Offer — How to Avoid it
CNBC cited Resume Genius’s Workplace Skills Survey data regarding the top skills employers are hiring for and how to ensure an applicant can showcase their top qualities on LinkedIn.

The Best Jobs for Introverts, According to New Research — Some Pay Over $100,000
CNBC and Resume Genius discussed the top strengths of introverts and how they can thrive in the workplace as well as get high-paying roles.

How to Spot (and Overcome) Ghost Jobs
CNBC discusses the prevalence of ghost jobs in today’s workplace and cites Career Expert Aaron Case’s insights and solutions.

The 3 Biggest Red Flags Hiring Managers Look for in Resumes, According to New Research
Key findings from Resume Genius’s 2024 Hiring Trends Survey are featured in CNBC’s latest article on the biggest resume red flags in 2024.

“Exact Same Cover Letters Word for Word”: Career Consultant Says Gen Z are Misusing AI
CNBC cited Resume Genius’s survey findings in its article about Gen Z becoming too reliant on AI tools to generate cover letters and job application answers.

HR Brew

How Recruiters and Hiring Managers can Evaluate Candidates’ Soft Skills
HR Brew interviewed Geoffrey Scott, Senior Hiring Manager of Resume Genius, about the growing trend of skills-based hiring and where soft skills stand in the matter.

Entrepreneur

“Employers Can Tell If You Used ChatGPT to Write Your Resume”
Entrepreneur cited Resume Genius’s April survey, revealing that AI-generated resumes are the biggest red flag for U.S. hiring managers, according to 625 respondents.

WorkLife

“Ultimate Workplace Diplomats”: How Millennials Became Generational Mediators
WorkLife spoke with Lead Career Expert Eva Chan on how millennials can bridge the gap between different generations and foster a collaborative environment that works for everyone.

MSN

People Fear Losing Their Jobs to AI – But Still Use It Often
Based on findings from Resume Genius’s AI and the Future of Work Survey, MSN interviewed HR experts on why employees simultaneously fear and embrace AI in the workplace and how to view the future of work alongside AI tools.

3 In-Demand Skills Employers Want to See on Your Resume Right Now
MSN cited Resume Genius’s career expert Eva Chan when discussing the in-demand tech skills that can help you negotiate a higher salary and stand out in a competitive job market.

How to Use Social Media to Enhance Your Job Search
MSN and Tribune Content Agency covered Resume Genius’s 7 essential tips for using social media during a job search in 2024.

10 Highest-Paying Jobs You Can Do Without a Degree in 2024
In time for the start of 2024, MSN and Resume Genius published a list of the 10 highest-paying jobs you can do without a degree.

This Job Offers a Six-Figure Salary and Tremendous Growth Opportunities — No College Degree Required
MSN referenced Resume Genius’s 2024 High-Pay, No-Degree Jobs Report and expands upon the top 2 highest-paying jobs of 2024 that don’t necessarily require a degree.

5 In-Demand Jobs Will Get Huge Raises in 2024 — No College Degree Required
MSN quoted Career Expert Corissa Peterson on jobs in 2024 that have rising wages and good projected growth.

US Salary Guide 2024: How Much Should You be Earning?
MSN mentioned Resume Genius’s Wage Growth Report when discussing their 2024 salary guide on what’s in store for employees.

The Globe and Mail

The 9/80-Schedule, Resistance List and Field Notes Might Improve Your Life
The Globe and Mail reported on the different ways to improve your working life, and shares Resume Genius’s 9/80 Work Schedule Report on how the 9/80 flexible work schedule, resistance lists, and field notes might be worth testing.

Try One of These Techniques Instead of Conventional New Year’s Resolutions
The Globe and Mail quoted Career Expert Aaron Case’s insights on practicing job interviews with ChatGPT.

Ditch the Jerks; Work With Smart People and Learn From Them
The Globe and Mail, in collaboration with Resume Genius, offered a strategic approach to job interviews by providing effective questions candidates should consider asking their interviewers to stand out and gain insightful information.

Fox News

1 in 4 Workers Prefer Interacting with AI instead of Humans, Survey Finds
Fox News reported on the popularity of ChatGPT and other artificial intelligence (AI) applications, and shares Resume Genius’s survey of 1,000 employees examining their attitudes and feelings toward AI and predictions for its impact in the workplace.

Fox 13

Lying on Your Resume? You’re Not Alone — 7 in 10 Workers Say They Lie on Their Resumes When Looking For a Job
Scripps and Resume Genius teamed up to discuss the implications for job seekers who lie on their resumes.

Forbes

Widespread Worry About Job Security: 5 Ways To Stay Safe In Your Job
A Resume Genius survey found that 69% of US employees are stressed about losing their jobs, specifically because of AI. Forbes discusses ways workers can enhance their job security and value amid high-profile job cuts and developments in AI.

How To Use ChatGPT To Write Your Resume, With 3 Step-By-Step Prompts
Forbes cited Resume Genius as one of several helpful platforms that offer AI-powered features that can streamline the resume writing process.

10 Tips to Reduce Stress and Anxiety During a Job Interview
Forbes and Resume Genius presented a list of the top ten interview tips to help job seekers land a job in 2024 that’s tailored to assist at every interview stage — from preparation to the follow-up.

4 Reasons AI Isn’t the Solution to Your Resume Needs
Forbes and Resume Genius took a critical look at AI generative software and its utility for job hunters by drawing insights from a panel of HR experts and experienced hiring managers.

CEO Confidence Increasing: Here’s Why That’s Important For Your Work
Forbes quoted Resume Genius in its publication about the changes CEOs and job seekers are facing in 2024.

Top 5 Resume Trends For 2024, With AI Prompts To Reshape Your CV
According to Forbes and ResumeGenius, some top trends are emerging in 2024 as must-haves on resumes and CVs.

15 Stable Careers Likely To Provide Job Security
Forbes cited Resume Genius in its publication on ways to make solid choices that’ll provide greater job security today and as professionals move forward in their careers.

10 Highest-Paying Associate Degree Jobs In 2024, Some With Six Figures
Forbes featured Resume Genius in its article about the rise of associate degrees in 2024, in fields ranging from air traffic control to nuclear technology and healthcare.

The Top 10 Highest-Paying, Women-Led Careers In 2024
On International Women’s Day, Bryan Robinson, Ph.D. from Forbes cited Resume Genius’s women career experts on 10 of the highest-paying, women-dominated careers in 2024.

10 High-Paying Jobs For Introverts In 2024
Forbes referenced Resume Genius’s report and commentary from in-house career experts on the top-paying jobs catered to introverts in 2024.

5 Steps to Use ChatGPT to Craft the Perfect Resume
Forbes quoted a Resume Genius career expert and HR leaders on their best tips for making ChatGPT resumes.

5 Strategies to Get Hired Overseas Without Knowing the Language
Forbes featured Resume Genius when advising on the best ways to find a new role overseas – even with a language barrier.