Best Staffing Industry Associations to Join

How to start a staffing agency

Ed Burr, Director of Client Growth and Strategy  Ed is a dedicated growth strategist with 20 years of experience in staffing and operations. He combines a passion for building client connections with a proven ability to develop impactful solutions that overcome challenges.  Whether you’ve been in the industry for years like I have or are…

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5 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…

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10 Great Online Resources for Staffing Professionals

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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…

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5 Points to Cover in Your Staffing Agency Business Plan

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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…

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How to Reduce the Burden of Workers’ Compensation for Staffing Agencies

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By: Ed Burr, Director of Client Growth and Strategy Ed is a dedicated growth strategist with 20 years of experience in staffing and operations. He combines a passion for building client connections with a proven ability to develop impactful solutions that overcome challenges. Workers’ compensation for staffing agencies is an absolute necessity. It protects temporary…

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3 Things to Do Before Opening an Office in a New Market

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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…

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How Full-Service Payroll Funding Helps New Staffing Firms Grow

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The financial decisions you make in the early stages of your staffing firm have a direct impact on how quickly, and how sustainably, you can grow. One of the most important is how you choose to fund payroll. For many new firms, the first instinct is to look to traditional financing. Banks, however, often require…

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How to Start a Temp Staffing Agency in 6 Steps

How to start a staffing agency

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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How to Price Your Staffing Services

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Setting the prices for your staffing firm’s services can be tricky. Some of the costs that you need to cover are obvious — the pay rate of the worker, employer taxes (FICA, Medicare, SUTA, and FUTA), workers compensation, any benefits that are paid, plus overhead. But determining the remainder of the markup is difficult, especially…

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Choosing the Right Path: Types of Business Structure for Staffing Agencies

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The type of business structure for your staffing agency isn’t just a legal formality; it’s a decision that shapes the future of your business. It impacts your personal liability, tax obligations, funding potential, and even day-to-day operations. Make this choice carefully to set your agency up for long-term success.   As someone who’s built a career…

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