Ken Taunton, CSP, MBA

Tampa Bay employers are bullish and busy even as they strain to find specialized skills. New Robert Half research shows only 6% of U.S. hiring managers say they already have the talent to deliver on high‑priority projects; most plan to add permanent (60%) and contract (55%) roles this year, even as 65% report AI‑generated applications are making it harder to spot truly qualified candidates. Robert Half hiring and consulting expert Chad Leibundguth joined Tampa Bay Business Journal editor Alexis Muellner to unpack what this means for the local job market. https://bit.ly/40LXeDx

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A cooling labor market shifts how job seekers must approach their search; it doesn’t eliminate opportunity, but it increases competition and slows hiring. Health care and construction remain strong and continue to hire. Success now requires a clear targeting of applications, stronger networking, showing value, and flexibility. Learn more https://lnkd.in/g543TsNw #career #jobsearch #networking #interviews #hiring

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We are excited to announce the launch of Intercare Locums, a dedicated division of Intercare Recruitment, focused exclusively on providing locum tenens physician support across the United States. The demand for healthcare providers continues to outpace supply, leaving hospitals, clinics, and communities facing critical staffing challenges. At Intercare Locums, our mission is simple yet powerful: to narrow the physician shortage gap by delivering highly qualified, flexible, and reliable physician coverage where it’s needed most. By partnering with healthcare facilities, we: Ensure continuity of care during staffing shortages Reduce provider burnout by offering flexible coverage Help organizations safeguard financial health with sustainable workforce solutions Support communities by ensuring patients receive timely access to care With our deep expertise in healthcare staffing and commitment to personalized service, Intercare Locums is here to make an immediate and lasting impact on the physician workforce crisis. Together, we can build a stronger, more resilient healthcare system. Please visit our website: www.intercarelocums.com

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Few academic leaders get the chance to build a medical school from the ground up. In our latest Impactful Leaders Podcast, John A. Rock, M.D., founding dean of FIU’s Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine, shares how he approached that opportunity—with a clear commitment to community impact, social determinants of health, and culturally sensitive medical education. In conversation with WittKieffer’s Valerie Weber MD, MS, FACP and Megan Welch, Dr. Rock reflects on lessons from leading through crisis, shaping culture, and making innovation “stick” in complex academic environments. This episode is especially relevant for deans, academic medicine leaders, and anyone navigating large-scale change. 🎙️Listen now: https://lnkd.in/g_T4STq5 #ImpactfulLeaders #Podcast #AcademicMedicine #DeanInsights

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At today’s NACD Pacific Southwest Chapter program in Las Vegas, NV, we had the opportunity to learn from Dr. Jacque Sokolov, MD on macro healthcare trends that will surprise directors—shifts that every U.S. company will face, and that boards must be ready to oversee with management. One takeaway hit home: your zip code can predict how long you live. It’s not just about healthcare access—it’s about the economic, social, and environmental conditions shaping our communities most importantly your employees. I tested this by asking ChatGPT: “What is my life expectancy living in zip code [your zip code]?” The result was eye-opening. Try it yourself—you may be surprised by what it reveals about your own community. I believe these insights remind us why governance matters: directors have the responsibility to connect business strategy with the well-being of the communities we impact. Thank you Carolyn Flowers, Richard Munro, FCA, NACD. DC, and the NACD PSW for bringing us together.

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Great short video from NACHC highlighting the incredible work at Delta Health Center. Seeing prenatal visits grow from 3 to 11.7 is a powerful reminder of the impact community health centers have on maternal and community health. Great work by JOHN A FAIRMAN and the entire team.

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Staffing transitions are inevitable in healthcare — but disruption doesn’t have to be. On a recent episode of the MGMA Business insights Podcast, Director of Enterprise Solutions Business Development Amy Otto and Senior Vice President Kyle Hadley discuss how transition management helps healthcare organizations stabilize operations, protect patient access and support clinicians during periods of change. The conversation highlights how proactive planning and transparency can turn a chaotic transition into a successful one: https://lnkd.in/g7KhG-ca

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Healthcare is America’s #1 employer and it’s still short on workers. 📊 1 in 3 new jobs comes from healthcare 🏥 Largest employer in 38 states ⏳ 100,000 worker shortage projected by 2028 Read the 6 things shaping healthcare’s labor market: https://bit.ly/47RFzPi

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Healthcare Dominates U.S. Job Growth: Jan 2026!!! • The U.S. Labor Department’s January 2026 employment report showed 130,000 new jobs, with the healthcare and social assistance sector accounting for more than half of that growth — driven by ambulatory care, hospitals, nursing/residential care, and home health services. • This surge highlights that healthcare remains a key engine in the broader labor market as other industries slow or restructure. #Healthcare #Staffingine #Patientcare #Nursing

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Advantages of Hiring a Recruiter for Your Business: Recruiters can tailor their search strategies to fit your company culture and specific job requirements, increasing the chances of finding the right match. Learn how Be Group, LLC can help find the "right" candidate. https://lnkd.in/ehRVxmcP #BeGroup #Recruiting #Recruiter #Staffing #Headhunting #TalentPlacement

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What would change in your facility if every clinician started on time with zero compliance surprises? This article looks at the operational levers that make that possible.

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Staffing Professionals in the light industrial space, how are you using AI to help you with operations? Just curious to know what folks are doing. Care to share?

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📊 Current State of U.S. Light Industrial & Manufacturing Staffing 📅 Week Ending: September 19, 2025 As the labor market cools, the light industrial and manufacturing sectors continue to show resilience. Skills-based hiring, automation, and flexible staffing models are shaping the future of work. At the MS-IL Group, we’re proud to lead with purpose-driven solutions that help our partners stay ahead: ✅ Cost Per Unit Staffing Model – Align labor costs with output ✅ Rapid Response FAST Teams – Meet seasonal and urgent needs ✅ Skills-Based Talent Matching – Maximize productivity ✅ Digital Literacy & Upskilling – Prepare for the future of manufacturing We’re not just staffing—we’re building smarter, stronger operations. #TheMSILDifference #StaffingSolutions #ManufacturingExcellence #LightIndustrialStaffing #GrowthLeadership #MSILGroup #FutureOfWork #Indianapolis

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💼 The Recruitment Landscape 2025: U.S. & Maryland Insights The U.S. staffing and recruitment industry continues to evolve rapidly — now valued at nearly $190B+ and growing steadily through 2025. Despite economic headwinds, demand for skilled professionals in healthcare, IT, logistics, and biotech remains strong. 🔹 National Trends Driving Growth • Rise of AI and automation in sourcing, screening, and onboarding • Shift toward skills-based hiring over traditional credentials • Continued expansion of remote and hybrid workforce models • Strong demand for contract and temporary staffing as firms balance flexibility and cost 🔹 Maryland Spotlight Maryland’s proximity to the D.C. metro area and its thriving biotech, federal contracting, and healthcare sectors are keeping recruiters busy. However, challenges are emerging: • Talent competition across the region is intense • Public sector hiring freezes and policy shifts are reshaping local demand • Remote work is both a threat and an opportunity — widening talent pools but increasing competition across states 🔹 What to Watch in 2025/2026 ✅ AI-driven recruitment tools becoming mainstream ✅ Employers focusing on culture-fit and retention ✅ More emphasis on flexible, project-based staffing ✅ State-level policy changes influencing local labor markets As recruitment transforms, one thing is clear — adaptability and tech adoption will define who thrives in this new era of talent acquisition. #RecruitmentTrends #StaffingIndustry #MarylandJobs #UnitedStates #TalentAcquisition #HiringTrends2025 #HRInnovation #FutureOfWork

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The Enterprise Architect at Valley Health will guide clinical, business, and IT leaders through transformation and optimization initiatives, aligning business and IT strategies and developing the organization’s enterprise architecture. Based in Winchester, Virginia, Valley Health is a not-for-profit health system of six hospitals, urgent care centers, physician practices, and services dedicated to meeting the needs of West Virginia and Northern Virginia. Valley Health is on Forbes' list of America's Best In-State Employers and one of Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces for Healthcare and America's Greatest Workplaces for Mental Wellbeing. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eWW6edcP

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Staffing Industry Pulse Survey - September 2025 The latest Staffing Industry Analysts Pulse Survey reveals flat year-over-year revenue growth across US staffing firms, with IT and locum tenens leading at +5%, while travel nursing and per diem segments declined. Client delays are hitting small firms hardest - 30% report paused projects vs. just 13% for large firms. Yet, large firms saw a 3% revenue decline, while mid-sized firms posted a 1% increase, and small firms remained flat. Despite challenges, new orders are up 10%, but sales and recruiting difficulties persist, signaling a tough demand environment. The takeaway? Mid-sized firms seem to be navigating the turbulence better, possibly due to greater agility. Time for all players to rethink client engagement and talent strategies. #StaffingIndustry #PulseSurvey #BusinessTrends #RecruitmentStrategy #LeadershipInsights Here is the link to the survey - https://lnkd.in/dUGgA6Bf

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