Don’t miss the ASA webinar “Staffing STATS—Data-Centric Webinar Series: Return to Work and the Privacy Paradox.” It takes place today from 2 to 3 p.m. Eastern time.

ASA data expert Cynthia Davidson will review the results of the ASA Workforce Monitor^® survey, which polled U.S. workers about their opinions on Covid-19 vaccination status, mask-wearing in the workplace, and much more—plus she’ll interview two staffing firm executives on how their companies are addressing the challenges.

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.

After two weeks of holiday-related declines, the ASA Staffing Index for July 12–18 rebounded (+3.9%) from the prior week—reaching a rounded value of 97. Despite the recovery, many staffing firms cited the ongoing effects of Covid-19 as a factor limiting further employment growth. Staffing jobs were up 36% from the same week last year, a significantly narrower year-to-year gap compared with the average of 49% seen over the previous 15 weeks.

New starts surged 10.2% on average, with half (52%) of staffing companies reporting gains in new assignments week-to-week.

The ASA Staffing Index four-week moving average held at a value of 96. Temporary and contract staffing employment from mid-June through mid-July grew 38% compared with the same period in 2020, also narrower than the average year-to-year gap of 47% from the prior 15 reporting periods.

“Demand for staffing services has rebounded post-holiday as evidenced by a continued upward trend in temporary and contract employment levels,” said Cynthia Davidson, ASA senior director of research.

This week, containing the 12th day of the month, will be used in the July monthly employment situation report scheduled to be issued by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Aug. 6.

Reunite with the staffing community in person this fall at Staffing World^® 2021, the ASA annual convention and expo.

Make strategic connections that fuel growth and success, collaborate with peers during interactive sessions, get valuable insights from business thinkers, and more—it all takes place in person Sept. 28–30 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Denver.

Visit staffingworld.net to see the full agenda, review session descriptions, and register.

Staffing World^® 2021, the ASA annual convention and expo, will take place in person Sept. 28–30 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Denver. The staffing community has shown great resilience during the past year, and it is time to reunite with your industry peers—make strategic connections and get solutions that will fuel your growth and success in the months ahead, especially as U.S. companies and employees continue to adapt to pandemic-induced change.

Join the staffing community at Staffing World 2021 in Denver. Register by Aug. 27 for the best rate available—after that date, rates increase by $300 for full registration packages.

The association’s quarterly Staffing Employment and Sales Survey for the second quarter of 2021 is now open. Staffing companies that complete the brief survey—including search and placement firms—will have access to an exclusive report on the results, enhanced with graphs. The report, which participants can download from the ASA website, also includes an executive summary, projections, plus sales category and sector-level data.

The data collected by this survey enable ASA to track staffing sales and gross margin trends and provide direct hire metrics. Participate in the Staffing Employment and Sales Survey by Sept. 9 to get the staffing industry information you’re looking for.

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.

Some things are better in person, and Staffing World^®—the ASA annual convention and expo—is one of them. The staffing community has shown great resilience during the past year, and it is time to reunite with your industry peers—make strategic connections and get solutions that will fuel your growth and success in the months ahead, especially as U.S. companies and employees continue to adapt to pandemic-induced change.

Join the staffing community at Staffing World 2021, Sept. 28–30 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Denver. Register today for the best rate available at staffingworld.net.

As your staffing firm works to increase diversity in the workplace and foster candid and respectful conversations on the topic of diversity, equity, and inclusion, don’t forget to make use of resources from ASA. The ASA inclusion, diversity, and equity advocacy (IDEA) group offers content and programming to connect and support ASA members who work in inclusion and diversity initiatives in their firms.

Register now for these upcoming programs presented by the IDEA group:

• “Accommodating Mental Health Conditions During the Pandemic“—Monday, July 19, 3–4 p.m. Eastern time
  Learn how you can assist employees with mental health conditions while complying with the Americans With Disabilities Act.
• “How to Build Your Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program“—Wednesday, July 21, 3–4 p.m. Eastern time
  In the first session of this two-part webinar, hear how you can increase or enhance your firm’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through organization-wide policies, practices, programs, and processes—even with limited resources (part two will take place Thursday, Aug. 5).

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 ASA IDEA group is sponsored by ASA corporate partner Monster and by Anthem, along with supporting sponsors TerraFirma and WorkN.

Staffing World^® 2021, the ASA annual convention and expo, will take place in person Sept. 28–30 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Denver.

You won’t want to miss the keynote presentation by best-selling author Rita McGrath, a professor at Columbia Business School. She’ll be talking about discovery-driven planning, an approach that starts with your goals instead of your assumptions.

You can only see this exclusive keynote session live and in person at Staffing World 2021. Register today for the best rate available.

Staffing World returns in 2021, as an in-person event, Sept. 28–30 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Denver. To kick things off with a bang, Sekou Andrews will deliver a high-energy keynote session on growth.

Andrews is a chief executive officer, public speaker, entrepreneur, and poet who will discuss “Getting to the Next, Next Level”—learn business strategies for staffing firms to grow sustainably stronger, hear inspirational stories to help you redefine your business, and get creative leadership lessons for 2021 and beyond. Watch a sneak preview of Andrews’ dynamic presentation (sponsored by World Wide Specialty Programs).

You can only see this exclusive keynote session live and in person at Staffing World 2021. Register today to reserve your place and take your business to the next, next level.

Reunite with the staffing community in person this fall at Staffing World^® 2021, the ASA annual convention and expo.

Make strategic connections that fuel growth and success, collaborate with peers during interactive sessions, get valuable insights from business thinkers, and more—it all takes place in person Sept. 28–30 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Denver.

Visit staffingworld.net to see the full agenda, review session descriptions, and register.