Between September 2022 and September 2023, 43 states and Washington, DC, added construction jobs, while industry employment declined in seven states, according to an analysis of federal employment data by the Associated General Contractors of America. Texas added the most construction jobs over…
Help Advance the Industry by Volunteering With ASA—Deadline Next Week
ASA is currently seeking dedicated members for volunteer committees and councils so it can continue to provide timely, valuable resources to members. Apply for a volunteer opportunity to work directly with other members, learn about workforce trends and best practices, and build on your experience to become a thought leader with the association. Log in…
National Safety Council Builds on Groundbreaking Workplace Safety Effort With New Employer Pledge
The National Safety Council has introduced the MSD Pledge 2.0 after launching the inaugural MSD Pledge in June 2022 with the goal of creating safer workplaces and reducing musculoskeletal disorders by 25% by 2025. The MSD Pledge 2.0 marks an important next step in the journey to solve workplace…
New Form I-9 Becomes Mandatory Nov. 1
Employers have fewer than 10 business days before they need to begin using the new version of Forms I-9 that was published on Aug. 1. The new Forms I-9 is only one page and allows employers that use the federal E-Verify system to use alternative procedures, rather than solely requiring in-person,…
Fall 2023 HR Survey Results Reveal Less Than Half of Companies Expect a Recession
Less than half (46%) of companies expect a recession, with 24% actively planning for one, according to a survey of 207 human resource and business leaders by Challenger, Gray & Christmas Inc. Nearly three in 10 (29%) companies are currently or are planning to undergo layoffs, with another 4%…
Get Your Staffing Benchmarks and Projections
The association’s quarterly Staffing Employment and Sales Survey for the third quarter of 2023 is now open. Staffing companies that complete the brief survey by Nov. 29 receive an exclusive report on the results, which includes gross margin and sector-level data. Register to take the survey, or view the questionnaire, at americanstaffing.net/quarterly-survey—there are no fees…
New York’s Employee Empowerment: Governor’s Latest Bills
Legislation signed into law on Sept. 7 by New York Gov. Kathy Hochul increases protections for workers in the state. Senate Bill S2832A amends the Penal Code to include wage theft as a means of committing criminal larceny. According to the law, “A person obtains property by wage theft when he or…
Volunteer With ASA—Two Weeks Left to Apply
If you’re looking for ways to contribute your skills and insights in the staffing industry, and serve as an industry leader, apply to serve on a volunteer committee or council. ASA is currently seeking dedicated members to volunteer so it can continue to provide timely, valuable resources to members. Apply for a volunteer opportunity to…
Plan for These Free ASA Webinars Happening This Month
As the month winds down there will still be opportunities for free education from ASA. These upcoming ASA webinars can help you build connections within the industry, stay up-to-date on state laws affecting your business, and more. Oct. 26—”Shaping Success: Mentoring Strategies for Staffing Professionals“ Five industry leaders will discuss their experiences with mentorship in…
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: Scary (but funny) staffing stories Transitioning to a direct hire recruiting business model When…
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