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Free ASA Webinar Today—Tax and Accounting Considerations

Don’t miss today’s ASA webinar “Critical Year-End 2022 Tax and Accounting Considerations for Staffing Companies, 2–3 p.m. Eastern time. Find out about 2022 tax planning opportunities to minimize costs, stay compliant, avoid common accounting errors, and more.

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.

Be an Industry Thought Leader—ASA Now Accepting Proposals

Can you offer solutions for the challenges that staffing firms face today? ASA is looking for experts in the staffing, recruiting, and workforce solutions industry to share their experience and expertise with the ASA community.

Opportunities are available for Staffing World, the ASA annual convention and expo, and for ASA Webinars in 2023. Staffing World 2023 takes place Oct. 3–5 at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC.

Industry experts, and business professionals in other disciplines pertinent to the staffing industry, should submit proposals for

  • Staffing World Breakout Sessions: Concurrent, interactive sessions between 45 and 75 minutes long
  • Staffing World Knowledge Hub Tech Talks: 10-minute talks on technology topics important to the industry
  • Staffing World Knowledge Hub Speed Talks: 10-minute talks on general topics important to the industry
  • ASA Webinars: Produced Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning at 2 p.m. Eastern time. ASA also offers micro learning opportunities that can be scheduled at different times and shorter intervals.

For more information and to start your Staffing World submission, visit americanstaffing.net/presenters. To start your ASA Webinar submission, visit ASA Central. The deadline for ASA webinar and Staffing World Breakout Session proposals is Jan. 31, 2023, and the deadline for Staffing World Knowledge Hub talks is May 31.

The Latest From Your Colleagues on ASA Central

ASA Central—the dynamic online community just for staffing professionals—is home to more than 27,000 staffing professional profiles and countless ongoing industry conversations.

This week, take a look at your colleagues’ discussions and some of the blogs they’ve posted on ASA Central:

Get involved with the community—update your profile today so you can network with colleagues, join a section community, recommend and comment on your colleagues’ posts, and share your own blog or discussion post. Log in to ASA Central now.

ASA Workforce Monitor: 58% of Workers Consider a Side Hustle to Supplement Income

As reports of large tech layoffs and skyrocketing mortgage rates continue to dominate news headlines, more and more U.S. workers are preparing for future economic uncertainty.

According to a recent American Staffing Association Workforce Monitor® online survey conducted by The Harris Poll, 58% of adults are likely to get a second job or “side hustle” in the next year to supplement their primary income. While the likelihood of taking on an additional role decreases with age, with 72% of Gen Z (18-25) and 67% of Millennials (26-41) considering a side hustle compared to just 30% of Baby Boomers (58-76), a majority of the workforce may be boosting their resources as inflation continues.

“As employers focus on reducing expenses and belt tightening, workers are considering turning to second jobs or extra shifts to make ends meet,” said Richard Wahlquist, president and chief executive officer at ASA.

The Great Unretirement?—Read Staffing Success Magazine

More than one-third of U.S. retirees say they would be motivated to rejoin the workforce if inflation continues to eat into their savings, according to data from ASA. In the latest issue of Staffing Success magazine, take a closer look at the workforce trends and find out how staffing companies can take a lead role in tapping an emerging source for talent.

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

Free ASA Webinar Tomorrow—Tax and Accounting Considerations

Don’t miss tomorrow’s ASA webinar “Critical Year-End 2022 Tax and Accounting Considerations for Staffing Companies, 2–3 p.m. Eastern time. Find out about 2022 tax planning opportunities to minimize costs, stay compliant, avoid common accounting errors, and more.

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.

Relaunched for 2023: ASA Staffing Operations Benchmarking Survey Now Open

Participate in the ASA Staffing Operations Benchmarking Survey and gain exclusive online access to a wealth of data and company benchmarks that focus specifically on temporary and contract staffing and direct hire search and placement services. This survey provides an up-to-date collection of indispensable data that informs decision-making so your staffing company can position itself for growth and increased margins. Participating companies receive early access to a discounted, personalized version of the final report.

The survey is based on peer input from staffing companies of varying sizes from across the U.S. and features more than 120 benchmarks for temporary and contract staffing, and direct hire search and placement services. Learn more and register to participate at americanstaffing.net.

One Day Left to Apply for the ASA Mentor Match Program

Whether you’re looking for career guidance or want to help advance future leaders in the staffing and recruiting industry, you can benefit from the ASA Mentor Match program. This ASA resource is designed for staffing industry professionals interested in growing professionally and networking with fellow ASA members.

Mentor Match allows members to make valuable industry connections, define career goals, and gain insight from staffing peers by pairing participants, based on topics of expertise, for a mentoring relationship that is slated to last six months.

Applications for the six-month cycle that begins in January 2023 will be accepted through tomorrow, Dec. 7. Visit americanstaffing.net/mentormatch to get started as a mentor or mentee. Questions? Contact ASA at 703-253-2020 or volunteer@americantaffing.net.

Free ASA Webinar Today—Salesperson Onboarding

Don’t miss today’s ASA webinar, “ASA Search and Placement Webinar Series, Part 2: Onboarding a Client-Focused Salesperson in the Direct Hire Space,” 2–3 p.m. Eastern time. In this webinar, two industry veterans will share their experiences in recruiting, hiring, and retaining teams. John Thomas of Specialized Recruiting Group and John Ruffini of HealthTrust Workforce Solutions will share lessons they’ve learned along the way and discuss how a successful proactive internal recruiting program can help your agency find and retain the right talent for your team.

The first part of this two-part ASA webinar series, relating to hiring and onboarding recruiters, had to be canceled last week and has been rescheduled for Dec. 20, 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.

Free ASA Webinar Tomorrow—Salesperson Onboarding

Don’t miss tomorrow’s ASA webinar, “ASA Search and Placement Webinar Series, Part 2: Onboarding a Client-Focused Salesperson in the Direct Hire Space,” 2–3 p.m. Eastern time. In this webinar, two industry veterans will share their experiences in recruiting, hiring, and retaining teams. John Thomas of Specialized Recruiting Group and John Ruffini of HealthTrust Workforce Solutions will share lessons they’ve learned along the way and discuss how a successful proactive internal recruiting program can help your agency find and retain the right talent for your team.

The first part of this two-part ASA webinar series, relating to hiring and onboarding recruiters, had to be canceled last week and has been rescheduled for Dec. 20, 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.