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The Changing Face of Temporary Employment

New York Times (08/31/14) Steven Greenhouse

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics says the number of workers employed through staffing firms has hit a new high of 2.87 million, accounting for about 2% of the nation’s workforce. Despite being five years into the economic recovery, employers continue adding temporary jobs instead of permanent positions. According to Steven Berchem, the American Staffing Association’s chief operating officer, “This is a reflection of business uncertainty, that businesses need to be more responsive, and part of that is keeping their workforce flexible.”

Berchem notes that while staffing employment has increased, “We still account for only 2% of the workforce.” Meanwhile, Berchem stresses that worker safety is a priority for staffing firms. Moreover, he cites an ASA survey indicating that 90% of temporary workers say temporary work makes them more employable, and 49% say it helped them get their foot in the door for a permanent job.

Stability in Consumer Sentiment Aids Economy

Thomson Reuters and University of Michigan (08/29/14)

The Thomson Reuters and University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index was 82.5 in August, up from 81.8 in July and slightly above last August’s reading of 82.1. Over the past nine months, the index has remained largely unchanged, in the narrow range between 80.0 and 82.5. The renewed strength in the past year was focused on the Current Conditions Index, which rose 4.8%, while the Expectations Index fell by 3.3%.

Staffing World® 2014 Registration Discount Ends This Friday

Staffing World 2014, Oct. 13–15 at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in metro Washington, DC, is just six weeks away. This Friday, Sept. 5, is your very last chance to take advantage of the advance registration prices. Register this week and save up to $150 per person.

This is your opportunity to be part of the ASA annual convention and expo, where staffing professionals, leaders, and innovators convene to share cutting-edge strategies, exchange best practices, and explore the latest technologies and products that help build world-class companies.

For details, check out the digital edition of the Staffing World 2014 Advance Program. The program features all the information you need—including schedules, workshop descriptions, and exhibitor information.

Visit staffingworld.net to register.