While many news reports have focused on job cuts at major corporations, a survey has revealed that hiring by small businesses is strong. The National Federation of Independent Business said its monthly survey found member firms added 0.5 employees per business, on average, over the past three months. The optimistic figure may imply robust gains in overall U.S. hiring.
See "Small Business Hiring Strong - Survey", Reuters, The New York Times, November 3, 2005