As a recruiter, have you ever felt like your livelihood was at the mercy of economic whims? That you are travelling down a winding path without a map? If so, taking a look at recent statistics could provide the map you are looking for. All signs pointing to contract staffing in all economic conditions.
Forty-two percent of employers told CareerBuilder that they planned to hire contractors in 2014. If you look at the Bureau of Labor Statistics jobs reports for the past several months, it appears employers are following through with their plans as the “Temporary Employment Services” penetration rate continues to rise.
via Is Your Recruiting Firm at the Mercy of the Economy? – RecruitingBlogs.