Laid-off technology workers are chugging beer and eating wings while they search for their next jobs. A recent fiesta in Philly drew 450 workers. But recruiters say it's a snap for jobseekers with skills, talent and a positive attitude. Read more online. A bad year made a big difference.
Traffic is up at the Internet's major job sites.
Industry experts credit the surge to laid-off workers looking for jobs and companies looking for a cheap way to fill positions. There are 40,000 recruiting boards on the Internet right now. Most are full of postings for directors, vice presidents and other senior-level positions. There is a slew of new, specialized sites dedicated to executive employment. The benefits are obvious.