As the first quarter of 2026 winds down, now is the time for Hawaiʻi employers to take a strategic look at hiring performance. Are you on pace to meet your workforce goals or have early-year challenges thrown your plans off course? With hiring still competitive and labor market conditions tight across the islands, Q1 is [...]
Hawaiʻi closed out 2025 with an impressively low unemployment rate of just 2.2%, well below the national average. For job seekers, that’s a sign of economic strength. For employers? It’s a hiring challenge that requires strategy, speed, and a deep understanding of the local labor landscape. If your organization is planning to grow or replace [...]
Hawai‘i’s minimum wage has been rising steadily over the past several years, and another increase is just around the corner. These scheduled adjustments are an essential part of workforce planning, from budgeting and staffing to compliance and communication with employees. If your organization hasn’t reviewed the upcoming changes yet, now is the time to [...]
