The Right Direction for Jobs?

Economists and others react to the October 2010 jobs report.  Opinions vary from upbeat to cautiously optimistic.

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U.S. Labor Market Stuck Due to Temporary Workers?

Companies are hiring more temporary and part-time workers which is negatively impacting permanent job creation.   This trend might keep the U.S. labor market stuck where it is for months to come.

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Executive Relocation Reluctance

The number of unemployed managers and executives that relocated for their new job was only 6.9 % in the third quarter compared with 13.4% in the same quarter last year according to a survey of about 3,000 successful job seekers conducted by outplacement consultancy Challenger, Gray & Christmas. 

“Continued weakness in the housing market is undoubtedly the biggest factor suppressing relocation. Job seekers who own a home — even if they are open to relocating for a new job — are basically stuck where they are if they are unable or unwilling to sell their homes without incurring a significant loss,” said John A. Challenger, chief executive officer of the firm.

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Do You Trust Your Hiring Ability?

Mark Sims, owner of Files Products wanted to hire a strong No. 2 person but conceded that he did not have the best track record when it came to hiring.  He didn’t trust his own hiring abilities and he was reluctant to spend the money for a recruiter. Ultimately, he did decide to use a recruiter.

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