Don’t miss tomorrow’s ASA webinar “Sales Training With Shad Tidler, Part Two: Best Practices to Close Deals Quicker and Become More Predictable With Your Sales,” 2–3 p.m. Eastern time. In the second part of his two-part sales training series, Shad Tidler will discuss how staffing firms can shorten the sales cycle and close deals more quickly and predictably in 2024.

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^®, Technical Services Certified^SM, Certified Search Consultant^®, or Certified Health Care 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.

From generative AI to augmented reality to mobile-focused platform solutions, a handful of technologies are at the forefront for transforming the staffing industry—this year and beyond. In the latest issue of Staffing Success magazine, get a preview of the technological advancements that could revolutionize your work—and the challenges and opportunities they may provide.

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

The ASA board of directors and staff welcome the following new members, which joined during the week ending March 3.

MyStaff Inc.
Boys Town, NE
Ready Care Healthcare Connections
Nairobi, Kenya
T.EN Workforce Solutions
Houston, TX

Don’t miss the ASA webinar “OSHA’s Temporary Worker Initiative Bulletin Series: Warehousing and Ergonomics.” It takes place today from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Eastern time. Learn about the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s new national emphasis program to prevent workplace hazards in warehouses, processing facilities, distribution centers, and high-risk retail establishments, as well as the new ergonomics standard OSHA is exploring, in this session presented by the OSHA Alliance Program. OSHA presenters Courtney Frost, CSP, and Marc Vargas, CIH, MPH, will be joined by ASA general counsel Brittany Sakata, liaison to the ASA/OSHA temporary worker safety alliance.

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:

• Conversion terms for temporary-to-hire
• Demand-based pricing for staffing
• Which artificial intelligence tools staffing firms are using

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 “OSHA’s Temporary Worker Initiative Bulletin Series: Warehousing and Ergonomics,” 2–3:30 p.m. Eastern time. Learn about the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s new national emphasis program to prevent workplace hazards in warehouses, processing facilities, distribution centers, and high-risk retail establishments, as well as the new ergonomics standard OSHA is exploring, in this session presented by the OSHA Alliance Program. OSHA presenters Courtney Frost, CSP, and Marc Vargas, CIH, MPH, will be joined by ASA general counsel Brittany Sakata, liaison to the ASA/OSHA temporary worker safety alliance.

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 find opportunities in an uncertain economic climate? The ASA Growth Tool Kit was developed to help staffing companies by providing the data, analysis, and business intelligence they need to withstand, and even thrive, during any economic challenge.

Find the tools to help you 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.

Register for the ASA Staffing Law & Compliance Conference to hear from subject matter experts on the industry’s most pressing topics—including artificial intelligence, contract negotiations, legislation aimed at the staffing industry, remote work, and more.

This two-day event features sessions for staffing firm owners and executives, human resource professionals, compliance managers, recruiters, and attorneys. It all takes place May 16–17 at the Westin Washington, DC, Downtown in Washington, DC. Check out the session descriptions online, and then register at staffinglawconference.net for the best rate available. Registration rates increase next Friday, March 15.

Don’t miss today’s ASA webinar “Staffing STATS—Quarterly Data-Centric Webinar Series,” 2–3 p.m. Eastern time. Get timely data and hear a reliable analysis of industry research and economic trends based on ASA research and surveys from other industry sources. ASA chief economist Noah Yosif will interpret the data and provide insights on how to successfully navigate the challenges your firm is facing.

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.