49% said hiring candidates for leadership positions is taking somewhat or much longer than in the past.

Despite consistent contribution levels, many participants have been increasingly tapping their retirement savings - and avoiding foreclosure and paying medical expenses were given as the top two reasons, says Fidelity.

The industry hasn't recovered from the mass defection of physical therapists who fled as practices closed during the pandemic, however, demand is high as the COVID-delayed procedures are finally being scheduled.

The report found that 2 in 5 salaried employees (41%) didn't receive raises in the past year.