Join a community of driven women in staffing—along with their allies and advocates—and embark on a journey of personal and professional growth at THRIVE Live next month. This year’s event, presented by the ASA women in leadership interest group, takes place Oct. 21–22 in Nashville, TN. Some of the insightful, impactful speakers you won’t want…
Staffing Pro Stacks Are the Professional Development Solution You Need Right Now
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…
Why Should You Come to Staffing World 2024 Next Month?
All this week, Staffing World® will be the focus on the ASA LinkedIn page—go to LinkedIn to learn why Staffing World is the premier event for the entire staffing industry and why you should come to the ASA annual convention and expo, Oct. 22–24 in Nashville, TN. Whether you’re a recruiter, human resource professional, or…
Resources for California Employers to Track and Confirm Their State and Local Minimum Wage Requirements
California’s hourly minimum wage rose to $16 on Jan. 1, while the base salary requirement for California employees exempt under the administrative, professional, and executive exemptions rose to $66,560 annually. To help employers keep track of both statewide minimum wage requirements and local…
The Telework–Staffing Connection—Read Staffing Success Magazine
Teleworking has emerged as a pivotal trend in today’s labor market, increasingly intertwined with the expansion of the professional–managerial sector. In the latest issue of Staffing Success magazine, ASA chief economist Noah Yosif and ASA research coordinator Max Aldrich look at how staffing companies that can strategically align with high-demand professions and worker preferences can…
Plan for These Free ASA Webinars Happening This Month
The next few weeks will offer more opportunities for free education from ASA. These upcoming ASA webinars can help you strengthen your firm’s cybersecurity, understand your employees, and more. Sept. 19—”Cybersecurity: Protecting Your Staffing Business Against Online Threats“ In an increasingly digital world, it’s critical for businesses across all industries, including staffing firms, to protect…
Amazon Boosts Pay for Subcontracted Delivery Drivers Amid Pressure From Unions
Amazon is giving another pay boost to its subcontracted delivery drivers in the U.S. amid growing union pressure. Drivers who work with Amazon’s Delivery Service Partners will earn an average of nearly $22 per hour, a 7% bump from the previous average of $20.50, the company said Thursday. The…
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: Michigan requiring employers to pay for family leave Sourcing military veterans with recruiting experience…
Fifth Circuit Upholds DOL’s Minimum Salary Requirement for FLSA White-Collar Exemptions
In Mayfield v. U.S. Department of Labor, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit upheld DOL’s authority to use a salary basis to define white-collar overtime exemptions under the Fair Labor Standards Act. According to the Fifth Circuit, a 2019 DOL rule that sought to increase the…
Explore the New Upgrades to the ASA Central Community
ASA is excited to introduce the newly upgraded ASA Central Community. After months of development, and feedback from members of the ASA Central working group, the association is ready to unveil a series of exciting updates designed to enhance your experience and make the community more interactive and user-friendly. This upgrade is intended to make…