2011 Job Trends You Need to Know

Happy 2011 job seekers! Every new year not only means new beginnings, but new trends in fashion, dining, entertainment, and in the JOB WORLD!

In 2010, companies were heavily concerned with speeding up the application and hiring process as a result of the recession. With the recession over and the economy and unemployment slowly bouncing back, 2011 brings even more change.

• Companies, in 2011, have not only finally adjusted to smaller number of workers but are changing or have changed their workplace dynamic. Businesses are changing the direction of their overall focus in markets, products, revenue streams etc., but are still keeping the core business the same. As a result of this "shift" or "change" companies are adding new positions according to new U.S. trends. Positions focused on social media, green energy, and more are not only part this workplace change, but give those unemployed the opportunity for employment. For example, hundreds even thousands of people have taken to social media outlets to help in their job search, create their own network, and more. Colleges are teaching classes based on the use of social media for business. Only over the last year or two has a position in social media been available. Companies are finally beginning to realize how important and beneficial social media marketing is to their business.
  

• The hiring process has gotten more technological. Companies have smaller hiring staff that have to work with the intake and interviewing of a large number of applicants. Companies using video interviewing is slowly increasing to simplify the process for them and applicants. Relocating was a good way to find employment for some. However, the travel costs could have been a deterrent, so they resorted to video interviews or video resume. In 2010 23% of people who found new jobs relocated to another state.

• It was difficult for companies to acknowledge top talent with promotions. Many companies didn't or couldn't promoted, but it they did it was without a pay increase. Fortunately, 2011 has given companies money to give. Companies can now increase pay for staff, as well as offer higher titles. Employees can now feel secure and comfortable in their positions. With pay increases, employees can feel like they have a higher goal to work for. Employees are motivated!
  

For a complete list check out CareerBuilder's "Ten Employment Trends to Watch in 2011".