Job seekers and employees are feeling confident in their ability to acquire and retain a job, according to the third quarter talent pulse report by global talent solutions firm Vaco. The report is based on feedback from more than 10,000 respondents across the U.S. and Canada. Four in 10 (45%) are…
Free ASA Webinar Today—Redefining the Sales Process
Don’t miss the ASA webinar “Creative Marketing Strategies for Generating Leads and Scaling Staffing Sales.” It takes place today from 2 to 3 p.m. Eastern time. If conventional sales methods aren’t taking your staffing firm where you want it to go, let Brad Bialy of Haley Marketing explain how to combine traditional sales tactics with…
Fed Faces New Risks as It Navigates Both Inflation and Jobs
U.S. Federal Reserve officials are largely in agreement it’s almost time to lower interest rates. But plenty of tension awaits in the coming months as U.S. monetary policy approaches a critical turning point. While seeking to finish off the threat from inflation, Fed Chair Jerome Powell and his…
Hurricane Beryl Likely Had Minor Impact on U.S. Labor Market in July
Unemployment in Texas rose moderately in July, suggesting that Hurricane Beryl had a minor impact on the labor market and confirming the sharp slowdown in U.S. job growth last month. The jobless rate in Texas, which was slammed by Beryl in the second week of July, rose to 4.1% last month from 4.0%…
When Applicants Fail to Tell Employers They Are Disabled
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission recently announced a lawsuit accusing an employer of violating the Americans With Disabilities Act after a newly hired employee disclosed her vision impairments and need for accommodation and was terminated immediately. The employer argued that the…
Relocation Rising for Job Seekers in Q2 2024 as Job Market Cools
The share of job seekers’ relocating for new jobs rose to 2.7% in the second quarter, up from 2.1% in the first quarter and 2.4% in the same quarter last year, according to a survey of over 3,000 job seekers by Challenger, Gray & Christmas. While the rate is rising after falling to historic lows…
ASA Quarterly Survey Closes Friday—Get Free Staffing Employment and Sales Data
Don’t miss your chance to get the staffing and recruiting data you need. The association’s quarterly Staffing Employment and Sales Survey for the second quarter of 2024 is open through this Friday, Aug. 23. Participate in the survey and compare how your company is doing with similar-sized companies and firms within your industry sector. After…
Free ASA Webinar Tomorrow—Redefining the Sales Process
Don’t miss tomorrow’s ASA webinar “Creative Marketing Strategies for Generating Leads and Scaling Staffing Sales,” 2–3 p.m. Eastern time. If conventional sales methods aren’t taking your staffing firm where you want it to go, let Brad Bialy of Haley Marketing explain how to combine traditional sales tactics with digital marketing strategies to engage and convert…
Last Chance to Get Your Free Copy of Molly Fletcher’s New Book—Sign Up Today
Join leading women in staffing at THRIVE Live, Oct. 21–22 in Nashville, TN. ASA has just announced that entrepreneur, motivational speaker, author, and former sports agent Molly Fletcher will be the keynote presenter to kick off the second day of the event. Fletcher and ASA have a gift for ASA members—a completely free copy of…
Boost Workplace Safety and Lower Ohio Workers’ Comp Premiums With a Drug-Free Safety Program
Ohio employers that want to increase safety, reduce workers’ compensation costs, and develop policies for substance use and abuse should consider implementing a Drug Free Safety Program, which also comes with the added benefit of a 4-7% rebate on Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation workers’…
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