Holiday Hiring Surges As Workers Seek Extra Shifts Amid Cost-of-Living Pressures

Workers Are Hustling for the Holidays Workers Are Hustling for the Holidays More than half of workers (57%)  are considering extra work during the holidays, with therising cost of livingunsurprisingly being cited as the number one driver by nearly half of workers (44%). Compared to last year,73% of workers say they're more likely to take on additional hoursor even a second job this season, with retail roles and freelancing being the most popular choices. Despite Tariffs,...

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 are considering extra work during the holidays, with the unsurprisingly being cited as the number one driver by nearly half of workers (44%). Compared to last year, or even a second job this season, with retail roles and freelancing being the most popular choices.

Employers, meanwhile, are preparing for one of their busiest times of the year. Despite the volatility of the current economy, , and just . The most common focus is on customer support roles (56%) with warehouse and logistics roles coming up close behind, a clear reflection of the continued shift toward e-commerce.

As employers ramp up their hiring efforts, one persistent challenge stands out: reliability. when it comes to filling shifts. While wages will always be a motivator, workers suggest that flexibility could be a solution, with .

"Retailers are under pressure to meet higher demand with leaner resources, while workers are under pressure to earn more to keep up with costs," said Novo Constare, CEO and Co-founder of Indeed Flex. "Flexibility is emerging as the bridge between these needs. Employers who embrace adaptable scheduling and faster pay options will be better positioned to attract and retain the reliable talent they need this holiday season."

To learn more about flexible work, visit indeedflex.com .

The survey was conducted by Indeed Flex on August 8, 2025 . Responses to the consumer-facing survey were collected from 1,200 workers, including 600 in the US and 600 in the UK. Responses to the employer-facing survey were collected from 1,200 decision makers responsible for seasonal hiring, including 600 in the US and 600 in the UK. Results were weighted to ensure representative sampling across regions and business sizes.

Indeed Flex is transforming temporary staffing by empowering job seekers with control and choice over where, when, and how they work. The platform provides businesses with a reliable, high-quality workforce and an integrated Vendor Management System (VMS) that improves staffing visibility, reduces costs, increases efficiency, and boosts productivity.

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