Experts Eye Increased Hiring in 2026, Expect More I-9 Enforcement, AI Assists Restaurants

THRIVE, a Paychex Business Podcast · Aug 6, 2026 · 11m

Hiring managers forecast that more permanent jobs will be added in the second half of 2026. Gene Marks shares a report that 63% surveyed said that too many projects are being delayed because of staffing shortages. A legal firm is signaling that I-9 enforcement could increase and recommends that employers prepare by conducting an audit. In AI news, Yelp Host is expanding its phone assistant to include food ordering. The call volume has grown 38% month-over-month, which is helping small restaurants. Listen to the podcast.

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00:00 – Introduction

00:19 – More Hiring Forecast in 2026

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