U.S. Job Seekers Lose Confidence as Job Searches Stretch Past Six Months, LinkedIn Survey Finds

Job seekers in the U.S. are feeling less optimistic about their employment prospects than they were earlier this year, according to LinkedIn’s latest Workforce Confidence survey. Optimism among active job seekers is now near its lowest point since the survey began during the pandemic, reflecting growing uncertainty in the labor market.

Job Searches Taking Longer Amid Economic Concerns

• Over 50% of job seekers have been searching for at least six months.
• Confidence in finding or keeping a job has declined compared to earlier in the year.
• The trend aligns with broader economic concerns, including hiring slowdowns and cautious employer spending.

What This Means for the U.S. Job Market

With job searches extending longer and workforce confidence declining, professionals may need to adjust job-seeking strategies in an evolving labor market. As economic uncertainty persists, networking, skill development, and adaptability will be key to landing new opportunities.