71% of U.S. adults expect the job application process to take less than 30 minutes, with 35% willing to quit an application if it's too long.
Mixed feelings about AI in recruitment: 66% found chatbots improved their experience, 61% see potential for AI to reduce bias, but 58% trust HR professionals more than AI to guide them through hiring.
36% of respondents left a job in the first 90 days due to a mismatch in the hiring process, showing the importance of transparency and realistic job previews.
Candidates value an easy application process, with 43% stating it makes the greatest impact on their impression of a company during interviews. Career development opportunities are key to engagement and retention.