Don’t miss the ASA webinar “Unapologetically You: Thriving in Spaces That Question Your Value.” It takes place today from 2 to 3 p.m. Eastern time. Many organizations launched diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts, but being labeled a “DEI hire” can affect a person’s mental well-being and professional identity. In this session presented by the ASA inclusion, diversity, and equity advocacy (IDEA) group, the ASA women in leadership interest group, and Women of Color in Staffing, mental health professional Stacia’ Alexander will help participants understand how to protect their mental health, advocate for themselves, and build resilience.

The ASA women in leadership interest group is sponsored by ASA corporate partners Advance Partners, Bullhorn, and ClearlyRated, and by Avionté, Marsh McLennan Agency, Mee Derby, Sense, and T2 Insurance Solutions. The ASA IDEA group is sponsored by ASA corporate partner ClearlyRated.

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.

The association’s quarterly Staffing Employment and Sales Survey for the first quarter of 2025 is now open. Staffing companies that complete the brief survey by May 23 receive an exclusive report on the results, which includes gross margin and sector-level data.

Register to take the survey, or view the questionnaire, at americanstaffing.net/quarterly-survey. If you have questions or did not receive a survey link, email research@americanstaffing.net. There are no fees to participate.

ASA members can now access the latest issue of Staffing Law digest as a digital edition. The print version of the issue will arrive in member mailboxes soon.

In the first issue of the year, read about worker misclassification, immigration reform, artificial intelligence in the workplace, and more top legal issues affecting the staffing industry this year—as set forth in the ASA policy agenda that was recently communicated to the U.S. Department of Labor. Plus, learn how new laws could provide relief for Affordable Care Act reporting; see how new developments in California and New York are encouraging AI transparency; and much more.

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

Don’t miss the ASA webinar “Navigating DEI Executive Orders and Other Employer Considerations in the Second Trump Term.” It takes place today from 2 to 3 p.m. Eastern time. With legislative and regulatory changes coming from the new administration, workplace leaders are facing new challenges in maintaining inclusive and effective organizational cultures. Attorneys Benjamin M. Ebbink of Fisher & Phillips LLP and Toby Malara of ASA will offer guidance on how employers can minimize disruptions to their operations and ensure compliance during changing times. Presented by the ASA inclusion, diversity, and equity advocacy (IDEA) group.

This webinar will not be recorded and will not be available on-demand. 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.

Don’t miss tomorrow’s ASA webinar “ASA State of the Industry Webinar Series—Fourth Quarter Update for Staffing Professionals—Focusing on: Job Candidates,” 2–3 p.m. Eastern time. The fourth ASA State of the Industry webinar of 2024—presented by ASA with Eric Gregg of ClearlyRated, the association’s satisfaction survey partner—will cover the important trends, research, and legislative updates affecting the industry right now. Plus you’ll hear from ASA leadership and from ASA board member Andrea Brenholz, chief executive officer of ATR International. Sponsored by ASA corporate partner ClearlyRated.

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.

When you commit to earning the ASA Certified Staffing Professional^® credential, you’ll also receive access to more than 20 on-demand professional development Knowledge Bites—free.

Knowledge Bites are three- to five-minute videos on a variety of subjects, from search engine optimization to emotional intelligence, and much more. These topics are not covered on the credential exam—this is bonus content from ASA and its trainers, coaches, and industry volunteers.

Purchase your ASA credential exam package today to take advantage of bonus Knowledge Bites videos.

The Weekly Economic & Business Outlook—or WEBO—is an ASA resource that goes out to member email boxes every Tuesday. Each week, ASA researchers examine trends within the staffing industry, as well as developments within the broader economy, and then deliver succinct takeaways that can help drive strategic business decisions.

In the most recent edition of the WEBO, ASA analysts assessed current macroeconomic trends and what they mean for staffing as we close out the year, as well as the impact to labor demand of the Fed’s first rate cut in September.

The WEBO is a powerful and targeted data and analysis tool with features designed to deliver the data-driven intelligence you need to track trends and capitalize on opportunities. To make sure you’re getting your WEBO each week, as well as other ASA research emails, click the “Unsubscribe/Manage Email Preferences” link at the very bottom of this newsletter and opt in to research content. Also, be sure to allow emails from research@americanstaffing.net.