The U.S. Department of Labor last week announced among its federal unemployment statistics that temporary worker wages had increased in February. According to The Associated Press, it marked the fourth consecutive month of upswing in that category of employment.
While the increase in temporary workers could be related to funds distributed through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, it might also mean employers are in need of extra help due to growing business yet are weary of hiring full-time, permanent staff in an uncertain economy. The result could be a tip-toe toward growth as well as cautious optimism.
We hope that is the case, that employers will continue looking toward growth amid the shaky economy. Perhaps enough success through a temporary workforce will result in permanent workers that will help the economy continue to turn away from recession.
