Apr 25, 2026 – 3 mins read Ty Peck
Why Hiring Platforms Fail to Reduce No-Shows and What Actually Works
Most no-shows are caused by slow follow-up, not bad candidates. Learn why hiring platforms struggle to reduce no-shows and what actually improves interview attendance.
Nov 12, 2025 – 2 mins read Ty Peck
October 2025 Franchise Job Market Report: It’s Complicated.
October 2025 delivered a job market that can only be described as complicated. With the Bureau of Labor Statistics offline during the government shutdown, private data took center stage. ADP showed modest job growth of 42,000, while Challenger reported a 22-year high in layoffs at 153,000. Indeed’s data revealed more people chasing fewer roles, with job-seeker interest up 27% and postings up just 2.7%. For franchises, this means hiring conditions are shifting fast, more candidates are looking, but precision and speed matter more than ever. In a month where data got messy and uncertainty ruled, smart, data-driven hiring platforms like Business Draft stand out by helping franchise owners match faster, hire better, and keep their pipelines strong even when the market isn’t.
Oct 16, 2025 – 4 mins read Ty Peck
Business Draft Franchise Job Market Report — September 2025
The hiring market hit a steady rhythm in September. While the official jobs report was delayed, data from Indeed and small business surveys show a market that’s cooling, not collapsing. Job openings held near 7.2 million, and quits dropped to their lowest level in almost three years—workers are staying put, and employers are hiring more intentionally. Indeed reports job postings are 4% above pre-pandemic, but 7% lower than last year, with the sharpest slowdown in entry-level roles. For franchise owners, this means hiring hasn’t stopped—it’s just changed. Candidates are more selective, transparency matters, and quick follow-up wins. The ones using tools like Business Draft to automate, respond fast, and highlight growth are still filling roles ahead of the pack.