Top Stories & Industry Insights For Staffing Leaders This Week

Get an inside scoop on what's happening in the staffing and recruiting world with this roundup of the top news stories, industry trends, and blog posts from around the web from this week.

• Temp Staffing Hours Down by 10% in Week Ended Aug.19 - Staffing Industry AnalystsTemporary staffing hours worked in the US fell 10% year over year in the week ended Aug. 19, according to the latest SIA | Bullhorn Staffing Indicator report. Both commercial staffing hours and professional staffing hours also declined by 10% each.
• After ‘AI,’ ‘skills’ is the hottest HR tech word of 2023 - HR Executive Online MagazineIn a relatively recent but growing trend, more organizations and recruiters are shifting their focus from requiring traditional college degrees to a more skills-based hiring approach.
• Is Technology the Answer to HR’s Growing Burnout Problem? - SHRMThe biggest threats to the continued effectiveness and viability of human resources include such factors as being disconnected from the strategic objectives of the C-suite, failing to keep abreast of ever-shifting regulations, and not striking the right balance between serving the needs of leadership and serving the needs of the workforce.
• Recruitment Marketing Tactics from Business Leaders - RecruitingDailyExplore unique recruitment marketing tactics that have proven successful for various organizations. Insights are shared by a range of professionals, including presidents and business developers.
• The Business Value of Recruitment Process Automation - TalentCultureAutomation is a red-hot topic in business circles, and HR is no exception. For instance, to compete in today’s challenging labor market, many employers are looking for new ways to streamline and improve talent acquisition.
• The State of Recruitment Marketing in The UK - UK RecruiterThe UK recruitment market is facing a number of challenges, including a skills shortage, a competitive landscape, and a changing workforce. In order to attract and retain top talent, businesses need to adopt a more strategic approach to recruitment marketing.
• How Recruitment Can Transform The Insurance Industry - ForbesHiring the right people is an integral part of any successful business. When companies invest in recruiting, it ripples across all aspects of the organization—from its culture to its output and, most importantly, its reputation.
• Latin America HR Technology Market Size, Trends, Growth and Competitive Landscape 2023-2028 - Digital JournalHR technology, also known as Human Resources technology, refers to the innovative application of digital tools and software to streamline and optimize various aspects of human resource management within organizations.
• HR News: Payrolls and Jobs Growth Slows, Goldman Sachs' 5-Day RTO, Extended Overtime, More Layoffs - HR Exchange NetworkThe week in Human Resources produced more than the usual number of headlines. It was the end of the month, so a new Jobs Report came out. Payrolls and jobs slowed down, which means the Fed will refrain from another rate hike.
• 5 Steps to Effective Employee Management and Organization in Your Company - HR Newsn the rapidly evolving business world, flourishing organizations realize that people are their most precious asset. To harness their potential and increase productivity, a structured approach to staff management and organization is required. Here are five important steps that can help you address and organize your employees more effectively.

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