This document summarizes the results of a survey of over 18,000 employers in the United States about their hiring outlook for the first quarter of 2011. Some key points:
1) The seasonally adjusted net employment outlook for the US is +9%, suggesting a slight increase in hiring compared to the previous quarter and year.
2) Hiring outlooks are positive across all regions, with the Midwest and South having the strongest prospects. The West saw the biggest quarterly increase in outlook.
3) 11 of 13 industry sectors expect to add jobs, including mining, manufacturing, transportation, retail, and services. Construction and government expect stable employment.
4) The Midwest outlook is strongest at +10