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…
ZipRecruiter: Job Seeker Confidence Falls in Q3
Job seeker confidence fell 2.9 points to 90.2 in the third quarter, the lowest reading since the job seeker confidence survey began in the first quarter of 2022, according to ZipRecruiter. The four subindexes of the ZipRecruiter Job Seeker Confidence Index all either deteriorated or held steady….
Free ASA State of the Industry Webinar Today
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…
GM to Lay Off About 1,700 Workers in Kansas
General Motors will lay off 1,695 workers at its Fairfax Assembly plant in Kansas, the company said in a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification notice. The first of two rounds will begin on Nov. 18, affecting 686 full-time workers temporarily and terminating 250 temporary employees,…
Challenger: Strong Hiring Announcements Kick Off the Season in September
Retailers appear to be ramping up for a strong spending season, according to Challenger, Gray & Christmas Inc. So far this season, Challenger has tracked 334,850 seasonal hiring plans, which differ from the numbers provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Companies announcing seasonal…
Construction Employment Increases in 39 States Between August 2023 and August 2024
Between August 2023 and August 2024, 39 states added construction jobs, 10 states and DC shed jobs, and employment was unchanged in Georgia, according to an analysis of federal employment data by the Associated General Contractors of America. Texas added the most construction employees (36,600…
Last Chance to Save on Staffing World Registration
Don’t miss Staffing World® 2024, the ASA annual convention and expo—your opportunity to make strategic connections, learn about new developments, and get solutions to win business and spur growth. This year’s event takes place Oct. 22–24 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville, TN. That’s also where THRIVE Live and two preconvention…
What Every Employer Should Know About OSHA: OSHA Must Issue a Citation Within Six Months
Employers should be aware that the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration has six months from the occurrence of any violation to issue a citation. However, if the employer has misled the agency or concealed the violative condition, OSHA has six months from the date it learned or should…
Free ASA Webinar Today—Improving Technological Security
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…
The Latest From Your Colleagues on ASA Central
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…
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