Recruiters and staff at PSG are often asked when is the best time of year to look for a job. Our short answer to this question is that "the best time to look for a job is whenever you need one." That being said, we acknowledge that the different seasons can impact a job search. If you're looking for a new position now, here are some thoughts about what you can expect or experience. Winter in New England brings several factors that impact work productivity and employers' ability to recruit and hire new workers. The holidays – specifically Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's – are not only distracting and encompass more vacation and travel time, but may also involve office closures. New England weather can also be a factor, making it difficult for offices to schedule extra meetings or interviews. Conversely, businesses that report their financials on a regular calendar year may be waiting for new budgets to kick in after December 31 – their headcount quotas may increase and they therefore may be very motivated to bring on new staff as soon as they can flip the page on the calendar. Or they may want to fill a position before their headcount quotas are reduced in the new year's budget.
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