Talent and Employee Management Insights Blog

Staffing: Better to Lead or Follow?

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Okay, we can all admit top lines for staffing agencies are likely down so far this year but it's always a GREAT time to "get your company in shape", lower operating costs and find efficiencies, right? 

Staffers have always had FRONT ROW seat to the "SHOW" since they are a major contributor to hiring upswings! However, though earnings cycles appear year after year, our industry hesitates to follow the broader markets trends, WHY? In any competitive landscape making key financial decisions based...

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Get in it! Canada's Dynamic Job Market

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In the ever-evolving landscape of Canada's job market, a closer look reveals a mosaic of opportunities and challenges. Despite some overarching concerns, certain sectors and demographics are experiencing notable growth, creating a dynamic environment for both job seekers and employers. Let's explore the emerging opportunities, demographic shifts, and regional employment patterns, as well as how the workforce is adapting to the future of work in Canada.  

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Today's Temp Staffing Outlook

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If labor market news is generally a big 'ole snore 😴, it may be time to put it on your radar. The Good NEWS- we're happy to boil it down to 5 action items, (below).... 

Overview:  Recent shifts in economic data have spotlighted the temporary staffing industry, offering a unique lens through which to view the interplay between economic policy, consumer behavior, and labor market dynamics. Let's delve into how easing inflation, along with short-term and long-term economic forecasts, is starting...

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Steady Income: Revenue Tactics for Recruiters

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Explore innovative revenue strategies that can transform your recruitment agency into a powerhouse of steady income and growth.

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10 Misclassification Myths in Payroll & EOR for Staffing Agencies

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Misclassification Fines Can Prove Costly for Staffing AgenciesOf course, as with any employee contract, the IRS understands that occasional misclassification mistakes can and do happen. However, staffing agencies in the U.S. can face severe penalties for misclassifying workers. These penalties can include fines, back taxes, and even potential legal action, which can result in costly lawsuits and damage to the agency’s reputation. 

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What to Do After You Land a Contract Client — Hint: Call Your EOR

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At Headcount Management, we know that waiting until the contract deal is closed is too late to optimize results. That’s why we align our resources with your staffing agency, often as soon as you identify a contract client to answer questions, offer insight, and ensure a seamless transition that lowers costs, mitigates risks, and drives bottom-line dollars.

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Headcount Management Releases New Guide: Vendor Secrets: Are You Empowering Your Competition?

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HCM’s Newest Download Helps Staffing Agencies Protect Their Business

At Headcount Management, we’ve seen firsthand how hidden conflicts of interest with an EOR can jeopardize your staffing agency’s client relationships, expose confidential information, and even potentially drain your talent pool. That’s why we’ve recently launched our latest digital guide, Vendor Secrets: Are You Empowering Your Competition? 

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AI and the Future of Work: How to Get Your Staffing Agency Ready

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AI Tools Help Staffing Agencies Gain a Competitive Edge

Is your staffing agency ready to leverage the power of artificial intelligence? If you haven’t dipped a toe in the AI pool yet, you may want to reconsider — or risk being left behind. Despite its fairly recent arrival and accessibility, AI has already been embraced by staffing agencies and recruiting firms of every size. A recent report from Zippia shows that: 

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How to Make Your Staffing Agency a Force in 2023: More Revenue Streams

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Forbes magazine recently predicted that employers will make contract hiring a consistent cost-saving hiring strategy in 2023, stating that “savings arise for companies because contractors generally don’t receive generous health benefits, paid time off, stock grants and other incentives and perks.”

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Time to decrease Time-to-Fill and Drive Total Profits

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Recent reports show that:

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Scale Your Staffing Agency: It All Starts With Your Tech Stack

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Technology can also make or break a staffing agency's budget.

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Preparing Staffing Agencies for Labor Market Shifts

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Adapting to Unemployment Trends

While the September Labor Market Report highlights significant job gains in sectors such as food services, health care, government, and social assistance, when we overlayed last year's unemployment numbers we saw an interesting trend line.  The chart above demonstrates a positive trend in both Professional Services and Hospitality (+16% and 51%, respectively). For staffing agencies, this shift could be a positive indication of where to shift or just a good time to...

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