GET AHEAD OF CHANCE
Bridging The Resource Gap in Early Talent Acquisition
New Research Reveals Critical Insights on Young Professionals’ Career Decisions
As featured on CBS News.
The Resource Gap: A Critical Opportunity for Employers
In today’s world of endless options and information, it’s easy to assume that young adults feel empowered about their futures. But our groundbreaking research tells a different story—one where too many are overwhelmed, underprepared, and disconnected from the opportunities that could change their lives.
Our findings reveal a troubling reality:
- 1 in 4 young adults can’t find jobs in their desired career paths
- Nearly 2/3 of talent are still unsure about their career direction
- 43% feel isolated or unsupported when navigating their careers, despite today’s hyperconnectivity
- 62% aren’t working in their intended careers after school—highlighting a disconnect between education and outcomes
- Young adults without degrees (28%) and in rural areas (32%) are even more likely to be struggling
This journey is even harder for young adults who aren’t pursuing a four-year degree. Jobs are changing faster than ever, and many career paths today don’t follow the traditional mold. But the information and support needed to navigate these options often doesn’t exist—or reaches students too late.
What some employers perceive to be a gap in talent’s abilities is actually a gap in resources.
This report is both a wake-up call and an opportunity. Young adults aren’t waiting for someone to hand them a plan—they’re actively searching, exploring, and hoping to find clarity. Smart employers aren’t waiting for talent to be “job-ready”—they’re showing up early, building trust, and leading them there.
Those are the employers who will win the next generation of talent.
Inside “The Resource Gap” Report
Our comprehensive study of over 2,000 young adults (ages 18-30) provides actionable intelligence that can transform your early talent recruitment strategy:
- Discover when and how to connect with talent before your competitors
- Uncover the real barriers preventing qualified candidates from finding your opportunities
- Understand what motivates this generation beyond traditional incentives
- Identify the resources early talent actually uses to make career decisions
Why This Matters for Your Organization
Forward-thinking employers aren’t waiting for talent to be “job-ready” — they’re proactively building relationships with potential candidates years before graduation. This report gives you the strategic roadmap to:
- Transform reactive hiring into strategic talent acquisition
- Develop robust talent pipelines that transcend seasonal recruitment cycles
- Connect with candidates before they’ve formed impressions about your industry
- Design more effective outreach that resonates with today’s early career professionals
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Transform Uncertainty into Strategy
Don’t leave your talent pipeline to chance. Tallo helps you move beyond reactive hiring to build intentional pathways that connect you with early, untapped talent.
Our platform gives you access to nearly 2 million emerging professionals across diverse backgrounds. By connecting early, you can build relationships with qualified candidates before your competitors even know they exist.
With Tallo, you can:
- Develop early talent pipelines that ensure a steady flow of qualified candidates
- Connect with talent based on skills and potential, not just credentials
- Access insights that help you make strategic hiring decisions with confidence
- Create meaningful connections that turn into long-term workforce solutions
If we want to build a future where people are seen for their skills and potential, and employers can access the talent they need, we can’t afford to wait.
