The Conference Board released a survey last week showing a significant change from last year’s survey. According to this year’s survey, half of all CEOs expect to see increased hiring in their industries. This number is up from 30 percent just one year ago. Not only that, CEOs who expect a decrease in hiring fell to 16 percent in the first quarter, 6 percent lower than a year ago.
The CEOs surveyed by The Conference Board are optimistic about the future, with 85 percent saying conditions are better than six months ago. This number is up from 56 percent who said so in fourth quarter of 2010.
This optimism by the surveyed CEOs demonstrates how the industry leaders believe that current economic conditions seem to be improving. This is great news for the unemployed, as it seems more opportunities will be opening up this year.
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