Don’t miss tomorrow’s ASA webinar “California Litigation Avoidance Through Labor Code Compliance,” 2–3 p.m. Eastern time. Employers that do business in California need to adhere strictly to labor laws to avoid costly litigation—attorneys Anthony D. Sbardellati and Nancy Sotomayor of Akerman LLP will share 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.

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.

Is your company prepared for the economic shifts and market changes that might be ahead? The ASA Growth Tool Kit was developed to empower staffing companies by providing them with the data, analysis, and business intelligence they need to withstand economic challenges and take advantage of opportunities.

The ASA Growth Tool Kit is a comprehensive repository of resources such as economic, business, and industry news; educational resources; articles, market analysis, and economic research. Access the ASA Growth Tool Kit at americanstaffing.net.

The ASA board of directors and staff welcome the following new member, which joined during the week ending July 7.

The ABK Group
Lakveille, MN

The association’s quarterly Staffing Employment and Sales Survey for the second quarter of 2024 is now open. Staffing companies that complete the brief survey by Aug. 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 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:

• Developing an environmental, social, and governance plan for your staffing firm
• Meeting payroll deadlines during a natural disaster
• U.S. Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs applicant tracking requirements

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—in conjunction with the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy—has developed a website of tools to help employers make their businesses more inclusive for talent with disabilities. The site includes resources on best practices for recruiting, hiring, retaining, and advancing talent with disabilities; what employers need to know about managing a diverse workforce that includes people with disabilities; and ways employers can promote disability inclusion in their internal and external communications.

It also provides information on commonsense workplace changes that result in more digitally accessible workplaces. This is another initiative in the joint effort between ASA and ODEP, which signed an alliance in May 2020 to advance the employment of people with disabilities in the staffing, recruiting, and workforce solutions industries.

Visit the Disability Employment Resources for Staffing Firms page at americanstaffing.net/odep.

The growing proportion of older age groups in the workforce can be either a challenge or an opportunity for sourcing talent. In the latest issue of Staffing Success magazine, learn how supporting productive aging strategies in your workplace can help your firm take advantage of the unique skillsets older workers bring to the table.

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

ASA offers a new, effective way to get your firm on an upward trajectory in just nine weeks. Staffing Pro Stacks, its new professional development program, is a first-of-its-kind intensive credentialing program expertly designed by the best trainers in the industry to tackle your company’s biggest challenges. The program addresses specific pain points that staffing companies are struggling with right now.

There are three programs—focused on Sales, Recruiting, and Leadership. Complete one, two, or all three programs and stack your knowledge for maximum success. Additional programs will be released in the coming year.

Find out more at americanstaffing.net/pro-stacks. ASA members get a discount. Plus, through July 31 save 20% on ASA certification exam packages, a la carte study materials, ASA Pro Stacks, and other professional development products.

Get ready for the ASA annual convention and expo, Staffing World^® 2024, in Nashville, TN, Oct. 22–24—it’s the industry’s largest growth-focused learning and networking event.

Get information about the inspiring keynote presentations and informative educational sessions, presented by some of the most knowledgeable professionals in the industry, planned for this year’s event at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center, then register at staffingworld.net to secure your seat and join this thriving community of the industry’s best, brightest, and most dedicated thought leaders.

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:

• Getting certified as a disability-owned business enterprise
• Maintaining candidate interest during a long hiring process
• Recruiting for engineering professional placements

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.