As the calendar winds down and holiday decorations go up, many companies hit pause on recruitment efforts. It’s easy to assume that candidates aren’t actively job hunting or that hiring can wait until January. But the truth is, the final months of the year offer a powerful window of opportunity for smart, forward-thinking recruiters and employers.

Here’s why companies shouldn’t slow down their hiring momentum—and how to make the most of the year-end talent market.

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