On Sept. 10, the labor division of the auditor’s office of the city of Denver sent a letter to clients of the online platform Instawork, informing them of their potential liability for Instawork’s misclassification of workers as independent contractors. The city asserts that these clients share potential joint liability for wage and other violations. The…
Free ASA Webinar Tomorrow—Improving Technological Security
Don’t miss tomorrow’s ASA webinar “Cybersecurity: Protecting Your Staffing Business Against Online Threats>,” 2–3 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 your firm maintains its cybersecurity, compliance, and…
Xenspire Group Acquires OneSource Professional Search
Xenspire Group Inc., a talent acquisition and contract staffing firm, has acquired OneSource Professional Search LLC, a technical and financial search and staffing company based in Mandeville, LA, that provides direct hire, contract, and temporary-to-hire placement services. …
U.S. Economy on Solid Ground as Retail Sales Surprise on the Upside
U.S. retail sales unexpectedly rose in August as a decline in receipts at auto dealerships was more than offset by strength in online purchases, according to the U.S. Department of Commerce, suggesting that the economy remained on solid footing through much of the third quarter. The report also…
Access Your Staffing World Gaps Analysis Worksheet
The agenda for this year’s ASA annual convention and expo has been carefully designed to align with your firm’s strategic goals and address the key gaps in your business. If you’re not sure you can afford the time or budget for Staffing World® this year, check out the agenda to see how Staffing World will…
Come to THRIVE Live to Hear Top Speakers Like Molly Fletcher and Shelley Paxton
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…
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