job outlook

Employment future prediction

Job outlook refers to the projected employment prospects for a particular occupation or field.

It describes whether jobs in that area are expected to grow, decline, or remain stable over coming years.

Government labor statistics commonly rate job outlook as favorable, average, or poor: The job outlook for nurses remains strong due to an aging population.

Job seekers use this information when planning careers or choosing fields of study.

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Opposites
temporal focus

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employment history · job postings

valence/prospect quality

job outlookjob scarcity

Lack of available positions

workforce reduction · industry decline

certainty/speculation

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Protected employment status

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