Generative artificial intelligence has prompted forecasts that the technology will change marketing on a fundamental level, but it hasn’t yet led big brands to shuffle their organizational charts or hire for AI-specific leadership jobs, and it’s unclear when such roles will appear, some experts…
Your Input Matters—ASA Content Survey Closing Soon
To ensure that the ASA provides the industry information its members value most, the association has commissioned Readex Research to learn more about member opinions of industry publications and other resources—but the survey will only stay open through this Friday, Dec. 22. Members’ input is extremely important and will be used to help ASA enhance…
Catch Up on Legal Issues Affecting the Staffing Industry—Read Staffing Law Digest
ASA members can now access the latest issue of Staffing Law digest as a digital edition; the print version of the issue will arrive in member mailboxes soon. This issue includes articles about ASA efforts to fight state bills that would harm the staffing industry, a new issue paper providing guidance on New York City’s…
NFIB Research Shows Continuing Tight Labor Market
The National Federation of Independent Business’s small business economic trends November survey shows that the NFIB Small Business Optimism Index decreased 0.1 points to 90.6. Owners expecting better business conditions over the next six months increased one point from October to a net negative…
Illinois’ Cook County Passes ‘Paid Leave Ordinance,’ Effective Dec. 31
On Dec. 14, the Cook County Board of Commissioners voted to replace Cook County’s current Earned Sick Leave Ordinance with an entirely revamped Paid Leave Ordinance. The new ordinance eliminates Cook County’s existing paid sick leave provisions. In lieu of such sick leave, Cook County has largely…
Majority of Hourly Workers Unconcerned About AI Replacing Their Jobs
Despite low economic optimism, hourly workers are confident about their job prospects, even when it comes to the rise of artificial intelligence, according to a survey of more than 3,000 hourly workers across industries by Branch, a workforce payments platform. While 45% have a negative perception…
GEE Group Announces Results for the Fiscal 2023 Full Year and Fourth Quarter
GEE Group reported revenues of $34.3 million for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2023, down 18% from $41.5 million in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2022. The company reported net income of $0.2 million, compared with a net loss of $0.8 million in the year-ago quarter. Contract staffing…
Handbook Updates: The PUMP Act
Employers should take time to review their handbooks and lactation spaces to ensure they are in compliance with the Providing Urgent Maternal Protections for Nursing Mothers Act. Under the PUMP Act, employers are required to provide employees with reasonable break time to express milk for up to…
The Changing Landscape of Noncompete Laws: State Updates
Employers should be aware of recent state legislation governing noncompete agreements. Under California Senate Bill 699, effective Jan. 1, 2024, California Business & Professions Code Section 16600 was amended to add Section 16600.5, prohibiting employers from entering into or attempting to…
Have You Used Your Staffing Promo Tool Kit Lately?
All ASA members have access to a host of free resources designed to help them answer frequently asked questions. Get marketing resources that will help your clients and candidates understand the value of using a staffing company—including infographics, member logos, social media tactics, sector-specific FAQs for clients and talent, slide presentations, and much more—in the…
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