Like many predict I think the hiring will pick up in the future. Once the economy ascends again, like any business flying will pick up. The only thing is what type of flying will it be? If the majors don't grow and the regionals do that is a net loss of good jobs that are replaced by lower paying ones. Sure there will be more captain slots at the regional level, but those seats are going to be held by those in the right seat right now. If people lower expectations and can accept making a regional a career then the future probably looks pretty good. If your looking for a chance at the major the competition is going to be stiff...
Or go fly bizjet since business should pic up once the economy returns.