http://www.usatoday.com/money/economy/employment/2010-10-13-1Acontractworkers13_CV_N.htm

Many professionals laid off during the recession are working again in the technical sense — many are employed part-time, and as consultants.  While there may be some who applaud the flexibility of these new staffing arrangements, they come at a cost of a lack of benefits and a sense of permanence.  For many entrepreneurs and small businesses, these flexible professionals enable them to grow their businesses in a way that would not be possible if they had to hire full-time on staff with the type of benefits available from larger companies.  These professionals who seek flexibility are a perfect match for small businesses who need top talent without having to incur high overhead costs.