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Labor Shortage Solutions for US Employers: A Practical Guide
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Key takeaways
- The labor shortage is not just a US challenge—it’s a global shift: Across the US and worldwide, labor shortages are no longer a temporary disruption. The way Americans and workers everywhere seek jobs is changing, forcing employers to rethink how they attract, source, and hire talent. Companies that adapt their recruitment strategies now will gain an edge over competitors who wait.
- A global hiring strategy opens up new possibilities: US employers struggling to find qualified candidates at home can unlock access to wider talent pools, including hard-to-find expertise and specialized skills, by looking beyond borders.
- Global hiring can be complex—Deel makes it simple: Managing cross-border employment, payroll, and immigration may seem daunting, but Deel’s all-in-one platform dramatically reduces barriers. Our combination of global employment, payroll, and compliance services helps US businesses hire internationally with confidence.
Who will benefit from this guide?
- Fast-growing US companies aiming to scale quickly but running into local hiring bottlenecks
- Mid-sized businesses that have exhausted their local labor markets and need access to niche expertise
- Organizations facing turnover, burnout, or poor morale due to ongoing staff shortages and work-life imbalance
- Multinational and US-based companies managing complex teams across states or countries, seeking to streamline global hiring and compliance
What’s inside?
- A clear-eyed look at what’s driving the labor shortage in the US and around the globe, including deep dives into trends like demographic shifts, skills mismatches, and evolving worker expectations
- The real business impact of prolonged staff shortages: from lost productivity and stalled growth, to compliance risks and eroding workplace culture
- An honest assessment of common tactics—like remote work, training programs, and automation—that US employers are using today. Learn what works, what doesn’t, and where short-term fixes fall short
- A roadmap to long-term hiring resilience through global recruitment. Discover how building a comprehensive global hiring strategy can help you fill roles faster, control costs, and future-proof your workforce, without competing endlessly for local candidates
Ready to build a workforce strategy that works—no matter where talent is located? This guide is your first step.