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Creating a Business Plan for Your Staffing Agency
A business plan is the blueprint you follow to build your company. It outlines all of the major aspects of the business and keeps its architects — you and your business associates — focused and aligned. But a business plan is also a document you’ll use as you work with other critical stakeholders, including funders, vendors and…
Read MoreTemporary Staffing Employment Screening: How Often, When, Why and How?
Screening your temporary staffing employees is critical — you want to make sure the workforce you’re sending out is appropriate for the job and protect yourself against any potential liabilities. “We screen employees on a daily basis,” says the vice president of sales and operations at a large Cleveland-based staffing firm that specializes in the…
Read MoreBest Staffing Industry Associations to Join
Whether you’ve been in the industry for years or are starting your own staffing agency, you don’t have to go it alone. There are numerous organizations and associations that offer data, education, support, opportunities, companionship and more. American Staffing Association. This national association aims to advance the interests of firms of all sizes and across…
Read More5 Tips for Retaining Temporary Staffing Employees
Temporary staffing employees have a reputation for being transient, but that isn’t always the case. Some temporary employees enjoy the impermanent nature of temporary work, preferring to gain experience at a wide variety of companies rather than committing to tenure at one. Others take on temp work in addition to a full-time job for extra…
Read More10 Great Online Resources for Staffing Professionals
From reviews on recruiting software to reports on market trends, payroll and labor management, the online staffing community is vying for your attention. Industry analysts and news sites can keep you abreast of trends. Personal blogs and stories “from the trenches” provide opportunities to network – and learn from your peers. So, where should you…
Read More5 Points to Cover in Your Staffing Agency Business Plan
Your staffing agency business plan is your blueprint for success, whether you are starting a staffing agency or planning for expansion. Not sure where to start? Here are the five key points to cover when creating your staffing agency business plan. Write your elevator speech. You should be able to describe your new company to your…
Read MoreHow to Reduce the Burden of Workers’ Comp Insurance
Having workers’ compensation coverage is necessary for staffing agencies, both to protect temporary employees in the event of an on-the-job injury or disability and to comply with regulatory requirements. Compliance in this area, however, comes with significant costs. In addition to penalties for failure to provide coverage, the cost of workers’ comp can be driven…
Read More3 Things to Do Before Opening an Office in a New Market
There may come a point in the life of your business that the prospects of growth, at least significant growth, in your home market are slim. When that happens, you may start exploring adding another office in a new market. By establishing a presence in a new geographic area, you can take advantage of previously…
Read MoreHow Full-Service Payroll Factoring Enables New Staffing Businesses to Thrive
The financial choices you make during the early stages of your staffing firm are critical to its growth, and among those choices is how to fund payroll. Your first instinct may be to look to banks as a payroll funding solution. But the long application and approval processes, many fees, and strict covenant requirements typical…
Read MoreHow to Start a Temp Staffing Agency in 6 Steps
Creating your own business may seem daunting, but staying organized and focused is key. Follow our six steps on how to start a staffing agency and you’ll be well positioned for future success. 1. Gain Staffing Industry Experience Too many people try to start their own company with little to no experience in the…
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