(This article originally appeared in UHY on February 27th, 2019) Using the per diem allowance rule can help alleviate the recordkeeping for lodging, meals, and incidental expenses incurred by an employee while away from home overnight on business. It can be a useful tool when you have many employees traveling on business at once. However,…
As a manager, you want to know at any point in time how your workers are spending their time, what assignment they are working on, when they have submitted their timesheets, etc. We know that requesting reports can be tedious and time-consuming. Imagine having a simple way to track hours that automatically creates an accurate…
When filling open positions — both for full-time employees and contract workers — few methods can be more valuable than direct sourcing. Direct sourcing can ultimately be a far more efficient and scalable solution than multi-agency staffing, making it easier to fill open positions at a lower cost. Research from Staffing Industry Analysts indicates that 60 percent of contingent…
The IT Staffing industry is facing a lot of challenges (and opportunities) going into 2022: IT Talent shortage More Emphasis Than Ever On DEI Shifts In Remote Work And How We Identify Candidates Recruitment going digital Direct sourcing trend How can you overcome these obstacles? What strategies will help your company grow in the future? …
(This article originally appeared in Forbes on December 13, 2021) The freelance revolution has a supply problem. You mightn’t think so by just reading the headlines. Upwork reported the US as having almost 60 million freelancers. McKinsey & Co research estimated that by 2025, “Online talent platforms could raise global GDP by up to $2.7 trillion and increase employment by 72 million…
The term “talent gap” is a loaded phrase for any business, but it can be especially troublesome for staffing firms. When a gap exists between your current team’s competencies and capabilities and your organization’s goals, filling client projects and remaining relevant becomes increasingly challenging. Technological disruptions have played a significant role in creating the talent…
Using a back-office solutions provider can go a long way in streamlining the operations of a staffing firm. From compliance administration and onboarding to payroll and invoicing, back-office solutions can enable staffing professionals to focus on what they do best — placing quality candidates with the companies that need them. Of course, even with the…
Technological disruption has affected every industry — including staffing. Despite this, many staffing agencies continue to lag, relying on “tried and true” strategies and practices that are no longer as relevant or efficient in the digital age. Staffing agencies that wish to thrive in the years to come shouldn’t fear technological disruption. They should embrace…
To say that today’s hiring environment is more challenging than ever feels like an understatement. Throughout 2021, there have been more unfilled job openings than unemployed individuals. While the job openings are there, many workers aren’t interested in applying. At the same time, many have resigned from the jobs they already had. The high turnover…
Starting your staffing firm can be an exciting entrepreneurial opportunity, especially when so many businesses have openings that they are struggling to fill. Getting your financials in order and gaining ample staffing experience before starting your firm is essential — and even then, success is no guarantee. Entrepreneurship always carries risk (especially if you’re leaving…
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