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In this Snippets episode, Leon speaks with PJ Ferguson, President and Founder of ABL Employment, about how hiring strategies are shifting in response to ongoing economic uncertainty.

Drawing on her experience in the staffing industry, PJ shares what she is seeing across sectors, from pent-up demand in distribution and customer service to ongoing pressure in entry-level talent pools. She reflects on how companies are balancing caution with growth, and how flexible staffing models are helping them stay responsive.

She also discusses common hiring pitfalls, including the tendency to narrow requirements based on past hires, and explains why focusing on attitude, drive, and complementary strengths leads to stronger teams.

Listen in for a conversation on adapting to a changing workforce, rethinking what defines the right fit, and building teams that support long term growth.