The next few weeks will feature several free education opportunities from ASA. These upcoming ASA webinars can help you increase sales, avoid costly lawsuits, and more.

July 16—”California Litigation Avoidance Through Labor Code Compliance“
Recent decisions from the California Supreme Court have underscored the critical need for employers to adhere strictly to labor laws to avoid costly litigation. Attorneys Anthony D. Sbardellati and Nancy Sotomayor of Akerman LLP will provide expert guidance and best practices to help staffing firms avoid claims from employees for meal period violations, underpayment of wages, and inaccurate wage statements. Sponsored by Akerman LLP.
July 18—”Staffing STATS—Quarterly Data-Centric Webinar Series“
In an uncertain economic climate, staffing firms must prioritize productivity and efficiency to maintain margins and prepare for future economic recovery. In the second Staffing STATS webinar of 2024, ASA chief economist Noah Yosif and Bullhorn senior vice president of global enterprise Gretchen Keefner will share their insights on navigating the current macroeconomic landscape and leveraging innovation for sustainable growth.

July 30—”Making Your Staffing Business Hum With Superior Management“
Discover the secrets to creating operational magic and boosting margins in your staffing business from Thomas Kosnik of Visus Group. He will unveil proven management strategies that empower staffing leaders to foster thriving workplaces and drive sustainable growth.

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.

April marked a pivotal moment for staffing firms as significant legal changes were announced, both by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission banning noncompete agreements and by the U.S. Department of Labor increasing the salary threshold for overtime exemptions. What will the long-term effect be?

In the latest issue of Staffing Success magazine, members of the ASA legal team look at pending legal challenges to both rules and discuss how staffing firms should prepare to meet the new requirements.

Access the current issue and back issues of Staffing Success, and other ASA digital publications, at americanstaffing.net/digital.

In observance of Independence Day, ASA headquarters will be closed Thursday, July 4. Staffing Today will return Friday, July 5.