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 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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How to Choose the Right Business Structure for Your Staffing Agency

How to choose the right business

The business structure you choose for your staffing agency will have far-reaching consequences, so choose carefully. This decision will affect your personal legal liability, how the firm can raise the money it needs to operate, the paperwork you will be required to file and what you — and your firm — will pay in taxes.…

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