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# [Video: ‘Tis the Season for Hiring](https://blogs.hirevelocity.com/2016-holiday-hiring-facts-tips)

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A helpful compilation of trends and statistics to assist you in preparation for 2016 seasonal hiring, from your friends at Hire Velocity.

*Are you ready to start holiday hiring?*  *We’ve gathered some helpful data.*  *Such as: Fortune Magazine estimates retailers will hire 738,800 seasonal employees between October-December of 2016*.  *The holiday season accounts for 30% of annual retail sales*.  *Half of holiday shopping is expected to be done online this year*.  *Here are a few ways you can beat the holiday hiring rush:*

- *Start early*
- *Be prepared*
- *Streamline*
- *Train*

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