You may have heard about businesses across the US complaining about staff shortages in recent times, particularly for hourly work. With the reopening of businesses in the post-pandemic world, job vacancies are seemingly increasing. But are there really more vacancies than people willing to fill them? Joey Holz decided to put this theory to the test by submitting two job applications every day in September. The results of his experiment were quite underwhelming, casting doubt on the idea that finding a job is as easy as it seems.
According to Joey, out of the 60 applications he submitted, he received only 16 responses by email, had 4 emails convert into phone calls, and received just 1 interview invitation. These numbers tell a different story than what employers would like us to believe. It appears that businesses’ claims of a labor shortage may not be entirely accurate.
Joey’s experiment also revealed some interesting insights. He shared his experience with a construction company that initially offered him a full-time position for $10 an hour, but then tried to start him off at Florida’s minimum wage of $8.65, despite promising full-time availability. This highlights the discrepancies and challenges faced by job seekers when it comes to fair compensation and expectations.
Joey’s experiment gained attention across social media and caught the interest of many people. To further explore the issue, he has opened up data collection to anyone who has experienced a similar situation. By gathering more information, Joey hopes to provide a more comprehensive picture of the current job market and debunk the notion that “nobody wants to work anymore.”
The state of the job market is a complex issue with various factors at play. Joey’s experiment challenges the narrative of a labor shortage and invites us to question the claims made by businesses. It’s important to have a deeper understanding of the situation and not take things at face value.
Let’s wait and see what the data collected by Joey and others reveals about the true state of the job market. By shedding light on this topic, we can gain a better understanding of the challenges faced by job seekers and foster a more informed discussion.
