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:

• How technology is changing recruiting
• Metrics and targets for new account executives
• Talent shortages can create opportunities for staffing firms

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.

The next few weeks will be full of free education from ASA. These upcoming ASA webinars can help you minimize legal risk, optimize performance metrics, and more.

Oct. 1—”Operational Contracts in Health Care Staffing: Managing the Framework of Legal Risk“
In an evolving legal landscape, health care staffing firms need to have the best operational contracts in place with their clients. S. Montaye Sigmon and Jamie Shyman, partners at Akerman LLP, will discuss how health care staffing companies can manage their legal risk by managing their operational contracts. Sponsored by Akerman LLP.

Oct. 3—”Balancing Act: The Benefits and Challenges of Offshoring, Reshoring, and Nearshoring“
A panel of experts will explain how offshoring, nearshoring, and reshoring options are reshaping the staffing industry and discuss strategies for effectively managing local and global teams. Presented by the ASA direct hire section and the ASA engineering, IT, and scientific section.

Oct. 10—”Empowering Talent: Upskilling and Reskilling in the Staffing Industry“
Tirranny Nettles of Yupro Placement will look at how staffing professionals can leverage technology to develop talent, meet clients’ evolving needs, and bridge skills gaps in administrative and professional staff. Presented by the ASA office–administrative section and the ASA professional–managerial section.

Oct. 29—”Mastering Client Contracts for Success and Risk Mitigation“
If you attended the “Clients Contracts: Getting to ‘Yes’ While Mitigating Risk” session at the 2024 Staffing Law & Compliance Conference and want to dive deeper into the topic, attorney Jason B. Klimpl of Tannenbaum Helpern Syracuse & Hirschtritt LLP will provide advanced strategies for negotiating key clauses like indemnity, confidentiality, and no-poach agreements—with a special focus on the health care industry. Sponsored by Tannenbaum Helpern Syracuse & Hirschtritt LLP and presented by the ASA health care section.

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 the ASA webinar “ASA State of the Industry Webinar Series—Third Quarter Update for Staffing Professionals—Focusing on: Employee Experience.” It takes place today from 2 to 3 p.m. Eastern time.

In the third ASA State of the Industry webinar of 2024—presented by ASA with Eric Gregg of ClearlyRated, the association’s satisfaction survey partner—learn about important trends, research, and legislative updates affecting the industry right now. Plus you’ll hear from ASA board member Robin Mee, founder and chief executive officer of MeeDerby. 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.

ASA encourages its members to attend the association’s annual membership meeting, held in conjunction with Staffing World^® 2024 next month. The meeting will be part of the super session and keynote presentation that begins Wednesday, Oct. 23, at 8:30 a.m. Central time. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear from leading staffing executives on the emerging trends shaping the industry—including growth opportunities, compliance issues, workforce engagement, and market conditions.

Staffing World, the ASA annual convention and expo, is where the staffing community comes together to make strategic connections that win business and spur growth. It all happens Oct. 22–24 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville, TN. Get more information and register online at staffingworld.net.

The ASA board of directors and staff welcome the following new members, which joined during the week ending Sept. 15.

ASAP Personnel Inc.
Addison, TX
Good Labor Jobs
Birmingham, AL
Provident IT Partners
Cypress, TX
TempsPLUS Staffing Services Inc.
West Allis, WI

Don’t miss the ASA webinar “Cybersecurity: Protecting Your Staffing Business Against Online Threats.” It takes place today from 2 to 3 p.m. Eastern time. In an increasingly digital world, it’s critical for businesses across all industries, including staffing firms, to protect themselves against cybercrime. A panel of cybersecurity experts will provide valuable insights to ensure your firm maintains its cybersecurity, compliance, and reputation.

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.

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:

• Defining a contract employee’s “break in service”
• Getting ready for Staffing World 2024
• How staffing firms can thrive in an automated gig economy

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.

Don’t miss tomorrow’s ASA webinar “Cybersecurity: Protecting Your Staffing Business Against Online Threats>,” 2–3 p.m. Eastern time. In an increasingly digital world, it’s critical for businesses across all industries, including staffing firms, to protect themselves against cybercrime. A panel of cybersecurity experts will provide valuable insights to ensure your firm maintains its cybersecurity, compliance, and reputation.

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.

Are you ready to safeguard your company’s future and be prepared to weather any forecast? The ASA Growth Tool Kit was developed especially for staffing companies—it’s designed to empower them with the data, analysis, and business intelligence they need to weather any economic challenge and to take advantage of opportunities that can accelerate growth.

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.

This year, ASA introduced an effective new 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.