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April 7, 2025

One Week Left to Save—Register for THRIVE Virtual

In the staffing industry—and in business generally—women face barriers that can hold them back from advancing in their careers. THRIVE virtual is an empowering event designed exclusively for women in the staffing industry.

This year’s virtual event will feature opening keynote speaker Michelle P. King, Ph.D., a globally recognized expert in workplace culture, along with inspiring presenters like Lauren Beane, host of the “Ready Enough” podcast, and Erika Bantz of Butler Street.

The half-day event takes place online—Tuesday, May 20, from 1 to 6 p.m. Eastern time—but early registration discounts end April 13. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this essential movement shaping the future of women in staffing. Visit americanstaffing.net to learn more and register before rates increase.

The Conference Board Employment Trends Index Increased in March
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Employer Liability of the Hiring and Retention for Illegal Alien Employees
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Construction Sector Adds 13,000 Jobs in March
One in Five U.S. Workers Fear Layoffs in 2025
Blue-Collar Workers Are Less Satisfied at Work, Less Attached to Their Jobs Than Other U.S. Workers

Upcoming Events

Free ASA Webinar Today—Economic and Staffing Forecast

Don’t miss the ASA webinar “ASA Economic and Staffing Forecast—April 2025.” It takes place today from 1 to 1:30 p.m. Eastern time. In the second installment of this new monthly webinar series, the ASA research team will offer their expert insights to help you navigate the dynamic landscape of the staffing industry with confidence and foresight.

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.

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Free ASA Webinar Tomorrow—Exceed Your Sales Goals

Don’t miss tomorrow’s ASA webinar “Sales Training With Shad Tidler, Part Two: Best Practices to Close Deals in Your Sales Pipeline Quicker,” 2–3 p.m. Eastern time. Sales and leadership consultant Shad Tidler continues his training, focusing on how your firm can shorten the sales cycle and close deals quicker and more predictably in 2025.

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.

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ASA Website Updated for Improved Usability

The association’s home page, americanstaffing.net, has been updated to help website visitors more quickly and easily find the content they need. Specifically, the main website navigation has been simplified—brightly colored tiles on the home page correspond to those main content areas, which include Membership and Benefits, Events and Networking, Legal and Compliance, ASA Marketplace, Learning and Development, Research and Reports, Resources and Tools, Community and Volunteers, and the ASA Member Directory.

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