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Original research built on fourteen years of predictive hiring data. Not survey opinion or secondhand summaries. Just the evidence HR leaders use to decide.
12 yrs
of validated data
10M+
ASSESSMENTS ANALYZED
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PUBLISHED STUDIES
The 2026 Hiring Outlook
The hiring playbook changed. Here’s the new one.
Cangrade analyzed hundreds of thousands of pre-hire assessments to map what 2025’s hiring patterns mean for 2026. Timing has shifted, skills gaps are real, and 26 emerging workplace trends demand your attention.
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By the Numbers · GEN Z AND MILLENNIAL WORKFORCE
The stereotypes don’t match the data.
Here’s what 71,000 assessments actually show.
+30%
EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE
ABOVE AVERAGE
+26%
STRESS MANAGEMENT
ABOVE AVERAGE
-26%
Adaptability
below average
-18%
Critical thinking
below average
Findings from The Strengths and Weaknesses of Gen Z and Millennials at Work. Based on 71,747 personality assessments. Full methodology inside the report.
The Library
WORKFORCE TRENDS
Gen Z & Millennials Strengths & Weaknesses
The data on younger workers challenges what most HR leaders assume. Some findings confirm the narrative — others will surprise you.
TALENT OPTIMIZATION
The 5 Soft Skills for Success in the AI Era
Cangrade analyzed 200 AI job postings to find the human skills that show up again and again. The pattern is more consistent than you’d expect.
WORKFORCE TRENDS
The 2026 Hiring Outlook: What You Need to Know
Timing has shifted, skills gaps are measurable, and 26 workplace trends are reshaping how work gets done. Here’s what the data says.
TALENT OPTIMIZATION
2025 Hard Skills Report: What It Means for 2026
Organizations stopped assuming and started verifying. Find out which skills topped the charts and which made a surprising return.
HIRING INTELLIGENCE
2025 Hiring Trends: When Companies Hire
The old hiring calendar no longer holds. Cangrade’s assessment data reveals when hiring really peaks.
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
26 Top HR Buzzwords to Know in 2026
The language of HR is moving fast. These are the 26 terms that actually matter, and what to do about them.
HIRING INTELLIGENCE
AI-Enabled Candidates in Hiring Report
Cangrade’s research scientist used ChatGPT to apply for 50 jobs. The results reveal more about the future of hiring than most forecasts do.
TALENT OPTIMIZATION
Top Hard Skills of 2024: What You Need to Know
Something unexpected topped the hard skills charts in 2024. Cangrade’s data shows which capabilities were prioritized, and what shifted.
HIRING INTELLIGENCE
The Busiest Time of Year for Hiring
Hiring doesn’t follow the calendar the way it used to. Cangrade’s data shows which months HR teams consistently misjudge.
WORKFORCE TRENDS
The Motivator for 22% of Gen Z & Millennials
Cangrade analyzed younger workers to find out what actually drives engagement The answer will reframe retention.
EQUITY & IMPACT
Personality Traits & Political Affiliation
Political views don’t stay outside the office. Cangrade’s research explores what it means for building inclusive teams.
WORKFORCE TRENDS
Gen Z and Millennials’ Strengths at Work
The narrative about younger workers is only partly right. Cangrade’s research uncovered strengths that challenge conventional wisdom.
Our Method
Evidence,
not opinion
01
First-party data, validated over time
Every study draws on our proprietary database of real hiring outcomes.
02
Scaled across industries and roles
Our dataset spans hundreds of roles across employes and industries.
03
Written for practitioners, not journals
Every finding gets translated into something a talent leader can act on Monday morning.
The Cangrade Brief
New research, delivered before the headlines.
A monthly dispatch of fresh data, findings, and practitioner takeaways. Written for HR leaders like you.
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Frequently asked
What makes Cangrade’s research different from other HR research?
Cangrade research is built on first-party predictive data from over fourteen years of validated hiring outcomes across millions of assessments. Unlike survey-based HR research, our studies analyze actual workforce performance, what predicts success, retention, and growth, rather than self-reported opinions.
Can I cite Cangrade research in my own work?
Yes. Cangrade research is intended to inform the HR community and may be cited with attribution. For media requests or interview opportunities with our research team, contact press@cangrade.com.
How often do you publish new research?
Major research reports are published quarterly, supplemented by data briefs and studies. Subscribe to Cangrade’s newsletter to be notified when new studies are released.
Why are some reports gated while others are open?
We publish short-form analysis and data briefs openly. Full-length reports with detailed methodology and downloadable appendices require a work email. This helps us stay connected with the HR community and share updates. We will never sell or rent your data.