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Most States Saw Rise in Unemployment Rate

Wall Street Journal (08/19/13) Jeffrey Sparshott

Although nationally the July unemployment rate declined to 7.4% from 7.6% in June, many states and regions nevertheless saw rising unemployment, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. The unemployment rate rose in 28 states and the District of Columbia, declined in eight states, and remained steady in 14. The share of unemployed workers rose the most in Alaska and Georgia, rising 0.3 of a percentage point to 6.3% and 8.8%, respectively. Mississippi fared the best, with its rate falling 0.5 of a percentage point to 8.5%.

Corporate Directors Predict Economic Growth in 2014

Globe Newswire (08/19/13)

A survey by the National Association of Corporate Directors indicates corporate directors continue to be positive about the economy and hiring in 2014. The association’s Board Confidence Index recently registered a score of 63.1. Any reading above 50 indicates a positive outlook on the markets. Directors note that the top challenges in attracting and retaining talent are competitive compensation pressures, a lack of qualified candidates, and insufficient internal management development.

Three Exciting Keynote Presentations at Staffing World® 2013

Staffing World, the ASA annual convention and expo, is Oct. 8–10 in Orlando this year. Headlining the convention are three world-class keynote speakers:

  • Erik Wahl, renowned author, entrepreneur and artist; presenting “The Art of Vision”
  • Patrick Lencioni, best-selling author and president of the Table Group Inc.; presenting “The Advantage”
  • Scott Klososky, international technology consultant, author, and entrepreneur; presenting “High Beam Leaders—The Changing Face of Leadership”

And there’s more in store at Staffing World—check out the advance program to see keynote speaker bios, networking opportunities, and keynote presentation descriptions.

Register for Staffing World today to see these and other great speakers. Save up to $150 per person when you register by Sept. 6, or save 10% when you bring your team.