[globaltalent34]

ManpowerGroup’s 2025 U.S. Talent Shortage survey shows 71% of employers struggling to find qualified talent.

Quick context:71% figure (from late-2024 fieldwork) remains widely cited in 2026 reports.

IT/tech often ranks among the hardest-hit categories.

BLS JOLTS Nov 2025: ~7.1M openings, many skilled/professional.

Software dev roles projected to grow 15%+ through 2034.