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ASA Staffing Index: Staffing Employment Bounces Back After Memorial Day

Staffing employment increased in the week of June 6–12, returning to a rounded value of 106 after dipping over the Memorial Day holiday. Increasing 1.7% from the previous week, the ASA Staffing Index set a new record for the month of June. Several staffing companies cited temporary-to-hire conversions or a shortage of available candidates as factors preventing further growth. Staffing jobs were up 9.6% from the same week last year.

The ASA Staffing Index four-week moving average inched down from the prior week but held at a rounded value of 106, as temporary and contract staffing employment for the four weeks ending June 12 was 10.4% higher than the same period in 2021.

New starts grew in the 23rd week of the year, rising 19.4% from the prior week. About two in three staffing companies reported gains in new assignments week-to-week.

“Staffing employment remains at historic levels,” said Tim Hulley, ASA assistant director of research. “Fierce competition for talent has translated to sustained demand for staffing and recruiting services.”

This week, containing the 12th day of the month, will be used in the June monthly employment situation report scheduled to be issued by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics July 8.

Free ASA Webinar Next Week—Increase Engagement on LinkedIn

Research shows that there’s an opportunity for recruiters to create strategic engagement on LinkedIn that leverages their staffing success on the platform. Find out how to use LinkedIn to promote your business and make strategic industry connections during the ASA webinar “Leveraging LinkedIn for Staffing Success.” It takes place Tuesday, June 28, 2–3 p.m. Eastern time.

All ASA webinars are free for ASA members, and most qualify for continuing education hours toward ASA certification renewal. To learn more and to register, visit americanstaffing.net.

Last Chance to Share Your Thoughts With ASA—You Could Win a Gift Card

This Friday, June 24, is the last day to complete the annual ASA member satisfaction survey. The brief survey should take less than three minutes to fill out. Your feedback is critical to help ASA enhance your member experience.

In appreciation of your time, when you participate in the survey ASA will enter you into a drawing for a chance to win one of five $100 Amazon gift cards.

A survey link was emailed to ASA members last week. If you have questions or did not receive a link, contact Tim Hulley at 703-253-1154 or thulley@americanstaffing.net.

Hear Inspirational Staffing Stories at Staffing World—Register Today for the Biggest Savings

Staffing World®, the ASA annual convention and expo, delivers the most comprehensive, diverse, and engaging learning opportunities in the staffing, recruiting, and workforce solutions industry. The convention, which takes place Oct. 25–27 at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, features world-renowned keynote speakers and carefully selected learning sessions, including the Speed Talk “Special Session: Inspirational Staffing Stories and Speed Networking.”

In this energizing and motivational session, you’ll hear first-hand stories about overcoming business challenges, cultivating trust among teams, developing next-level leadership skills, and much more—from an impressive and diverse lineup of your peers. This session will feature speed talks by standout executives from throughout the staffing industry, as well as ASA interest groups, followed by rounds of speed networking, giving everyone in attendance the chance to connect and share their experiences.

Plan to attend the most comprehensive convention and expo in the staffing, recruiting, and workforce solutions industry. Review the agenda and then register at staffingworld.net by June 24 for the best rate available—after that date, Staffing World registration rates will increase.

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