Lexington, KY Makes Top Employment List

According to a recent survey conducted by Manpower employment services firm, the job market is rebounding. The survey of more than 18,000 employers in 100 metropolitan areas found that employers in all 50 states report positive hiring expectations, with 33 of the states reporting strong hiring expectations. In fact, the survey revealed that Lexington, Kentucky had the most optimistic forecast of all the metropolitan areas. According to Bob Quick, CEO of Commerce Lexington, the city has a diverse economy that has helped it weather the recent recession. He goes on to say that health care, bioscience, life science and high tech have emerged strongly over the past few years. Many related spin off and research companies have benefitted from their close association with the University of Kentucky. Also, Lexington has a growing reputation for small business start-ups and being the home of lots of creators and inventors.

Hot Jobs

Although Career Counselors encourage clients to primarily focus on their interests, skills, personality type, and values when choosing a career, it is also helpful to be aware of industry trends. Job Bait is one tool to help watch hot industries. Notice the state breakdowns and the green, yellow and red coding system. Recent data from the Burea of Labor Statistics was used in the analysis.