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TikTok trend | How HR can avoid losing staff to the 'September Surge'

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How HR can avoid losing staff to the 'September Surge'
How HR can avoid losing staff to the 'September Surge'

Staff shortages and difficulty recruiting have been ongoing problems for businesses for some time, so the ‘September Surge’ trend which has landed in the UK thanks to TikTok could worsen the situation.

TikTok users are being actively encouraged to update their CVs and social media profiles and apply for their perfect next role in September, if they aren’t happy with the job they have.

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