The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index rose in July to 100.3, from a downwardly revised 97.8 in June. The Present Situation Index declined to 133.6 from 135.3 last month. Meanwhile, the Expectations Index improved in July to 78.2. That’s up from 72.8 in June but still below 80 (the…
Class of 2024 Graduates Say College Prepared Them Well for Their Careers
Nearly 90% of the college Class of 2024 reported that their institution prepared them for the next step in their career, according to a study of 2,281 graduating seniors earning bachelor’s degrees by the National Association of Colleges and Employers. Fifty-seven percent characterized their…
OSHA Cites Employer for Failing to Protect Employees From Workplace Violence
The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently cited Circles of Care Inc. under the Occupational Safety and Health Act’s General Duty Clause for failing to provide a workplace free of recognized hazards, citing an incident in which a patient assaulted a mental health technician at…
Free ASA Webinar Tomorrow—Drive Growth in Your Firm
Don’t miss tomorrow’s ASA webinar “Making Your Staffing Business Hum With Superior Management,” 2–3 p.m. Eastern time. Discover the secrets to creating operational magic and boosting margins in your staffing business from Thomas Kosnik of Visus Group. He will unveil proven management strategies that empower staffing leaders to foster thriving workplaces and drive sustainable growth….
Many Better-Managed Companies Have Lots of Climate-Related Jobs
Companies that have been adding employees to help meet emissions goals and ensure that supply chains aren’t disrupted by weather events are generally better managed than those that aren’t dedicating the same level of resources to such matters, according to an analysis by technology, consulting,…
Kansas City Fed: Manufacturing Activity Continued to Fall in July
Manufacturing activity in the Plains states continued to fall in July, while expectations for future activity stayed positive, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City. Price growth for raw materials increased this month while cooling slightly for finished products, further…
CBIZ: Economic Confidence Among Small to Midsized Businesses Remains High
Labor challenges remain the top concern of small and mid-sized businesses, according to the latest Main Street Index by CBIZ, a provider of financial, insurance, and advisory services. The summer index is an analysis of responses from 549 businesses. About two-thirds (62%) say having an adequate…
This Fall, Meet in Music City With Your Industry Peers
Are you ready to create your best future alongside the industryโs brightest leaders? Get ready to experience the workforce solutions industryโs premier event in the nationโs top music destination. Staffing Worldยฎ 2024 takes place Oct. 22–24 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville, TN. At the ASA annual convention and expo you…
Vermont DOL Offers Tips to Keep Employees Safe During Disaster Recovery
In the wake of recent flooding, the Vermont Safety and Health Administration and Project WorkSAFE offer advice to ensure the safety and well-being of workers during the recovery process. Recovery workers must be aware of numerous hazards, including electrical dangers, fallen trees, debris, mold,…
Just One Week Left to Save 20% on ASA Certification Products
If you’ve been waiting for the right time to earn your Certified Staffing Professionalยฎ credential from ASA or to start one of the new ASA Pro Stacks credentialing programs, the right time is right now. The ASA certification sale continues through July 31โmeaning youโll save 20% on exam packages, a la carte study materials, ASA…
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