What skills are commanding the highest salaries in today's job market, and how are employers adapting to compete for top talent?

In this NYSE Live interview, Dawn Fay, Operational President at Robert Half, discusses key findings from the company's 2027 Salary Guide and explores the workplace trends shaping compensation, hiring, and career development.

Fay explains that employers are increasingly taking a targeted approach to compensation, offering premium salaries for professionals with specialized and in-demand skills. A major theme of the discussion is artificial intelligence, with organizations placing a growing emphasis on candidates who can demonstrate measurable business results through the effective application of AI tools and technologies.

The conversation explores what employers are looking for beyond basic AI familiarity. Fay discusses the importance of understanding how AI can be used to drive productivity, efficiency, and business outcomes, as organizations seek talent capable of translating technological knowledge into real-world impact.

The interview also examines how professionals can remain competitive in a rapidly evolving labor market. Fay shares advice on continuing education, skill development, cross-functional projects, and professional growth opportunities that can help workers strengthen their long-term career prospects.

Another key topic is compensation and salary growth. Fay discusses salary projections for 2027, highlighting fields expected to see stronger wage growth, including data science, financial analysis, and customer service leadership roles. She explains why specialized expertise continues to command premium compensation across industries.

The discussion also focuses on salary transparency and its growing role in recruitment and retention. Fay shares insights into how employers are increasingly including pay ranges in job postings and why transparency can improve hiring efficiency, candidate experiences, and workforce retention.

Throughout the interview, Fay offers perspective on AI skills, compensation trends, workforce development, recruiting, talent acquisition, and the evolving dynamics of today's job market.

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