Workers rank the top resources for their job search as Indeed (56%), Google (40%), LinkedIn (40%), ZipRecruiter (31%), Facebook (29%), and corporate career sites (28%), according to the Candidate Experience Survey by HireClix, a recruitment marketing services company. Fifty-five percent of workers…
Find New Solutions to Differentiate Your Firm—Learn How at Staffing World
Staffing World®, the ASA annual convention and expo, is where the staffing community comes together to make strategic connections, learn about new strategies, and get solutions that fuel growth and accelerate success. This year’s event takes place Oct. 3โ5 at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC, and will feature more than 30 learning sessions…
Deadline Tomorrow—Participate in the 2023 Gender Equity Benchmarking Survey
The staffing and recruiting industry can play a unique role in promoting and advancing gender equity in business, particularly in positions of leadership. The 2023 Gender Equity Benchmark Survey by the Women Business Collaborative—presented with support from ASA, the National Association of Personnel Services, Staffing Industry Analysts, and TechServe Alliance—will provide a new benchmark to…
PwC Survey Reveals Business Leaders Are Optimistic Regarding Economic Environment, Business Risks
Optimism is rising among C-suite executives concerning the state of the economy, according to a survey of 607 U.S. executives by PwC. Only 17% of business leaders strongly agree there will be a recession in the next six months. And while executives are still concerned about cyberattacks, talent,…
U.S. Job Growth in Year Through March Was Less Than Estimated
The U.S. Department of Labor lowered its estimate of total payroll employment growth for March by 306,000 and of private employment by even more. The reduction suggests government and private employers had about 155.17 million workers on their books in March, down from about 155.47 million as…
The Need for Disaster Preparedness Just in Time for Peak Hurricane Season
In the wake of recent natural disasters, such as the wildfires in Hawaii, employers should craft comprehensive disaster plans to keep employees safe and ensure continued operations. As part of the process, employers should perform a risk assessment, evaluate the company’s external and internal…
The Imperative of Cyber Preparedness: The Power of Tabletop Exercises
Cybersecurity has emerged as an “inescapable concern” for companies across a wide array of industries. Recent research by the National Association of Corporate Directors sounded alarm bells by revealing that just 48% of company boards conducted a cyber-themed exercise in the year preceding the…
Within 12-Month Period, Half of Candidates Have Accepted a Job Offer—and Then Backed Out Before Starting
Half (50%) of job candidates accepted a job offer over a 12-month period but backed out prior to starting, according to a survey of nearly 3,500 candidates by Gartner Inc. More than one-third (35%) of candidates reported they received four or more offers during their last job search. Among nearly…
Hear From Three Inspiring Superstar Keynoters at Staffing World 2023
Staffing Worldยฎ, the ASA annual convention and expo, is the industryโs most comprehensive learning and networking event. Join the best and brightest in the industry in Charlotte, NC, to attend educational sessions, network with industry peers, learn about industry-specific products and solutions, and hear from this yearโs lineup of inspiring keynoters: Mike Krzyzewski (known by…
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Now is the perfect time to invest in yourself, your company, and your future success by earning the Certified Staffing Professional®, Technical Services CertifiedSM, Certified Search Consultant®, or Certified Health Care Staffing Professional® credential from ASA, the right time is right now. During the ASA certification sale, youโll save 30% on certification products (excluding renewals)โincluding…