Nearly 10.5 million jobs were open in November, according to Labor Department data released Wednesday. The number of job openings was roughly in line with the October data and remained well above pre-pandemic levels, indicating continued strength in the labor market.

With the economy uncertain, some companies are turning to the concept of "quiet hiring," in which they fill talent gaps without hiring a full-time employee, either by temporarily moving someone into an open role or by hiring short-term contractors. To be successful, this strategy requires communication and transparency about the reasons for the move.

Members of the military need mental health support, both during service and after discharge, writes Carl Cricco, CEO of K9s for Warriors, citing conversations he has had with veterans. In this commentary, Cricco discusses the recent spike in military suicides and what can be done stop it, including screening for suicide during doctor visits and investing in nontraditional interventions.

Employee experience and talent intelligence platforms have room to run in 2023, predicts Josh Bersin, who also notes the market for HR tech might cool down after a few years of white-hot growth. On Bersin's flip side: "I am a big fan of technology in general, but I do not expect the Metaverse or Web 3.0 to impact HR much this year."

Leaders are more likely to succeed at the goals they set for themselves this year by picking one personal and one professional aspiration, focusing on things they can control and taking the time they need to rest and rejuvenate, says former McKinsey partner and author Caroline Webb. "Running even slightly short of sleep hits your ability to solve problems, stay focused and remain centered in the face of provocations," says Webb.