If you're unhappy in your job, but have decided to wait out the economy before considering a move, you're not alone. There are thousands of workers who are restless, but have chosen the safety of the known versus the risk of making a move.

Once conditions have improved, how can you outpace your competition for the jobs that will be available? By targeting future employers now.

Dave Sanford is executive vice president of business development at Winter, Wyman, a Waltham staffing firm.