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The Most Common Misconceptions of Staffing Firms

Post by:The Reserves Network December 12, 2019

If you have roles that are difficult to fill or if you have an ongoing need for temporary employees, you might have thought about partnering with a staffing firm. However, some people hesitate to hire a staffing expert because they have some preconceived ideas about what staffing companies do and how they do it.

Here are the most common myths of staffing firms, debunked.

Myth: Staffing Agencies Are ONLY For Industrial and Administrative Jobs

There are staffing companies that specialize in every industry, placing people from entry-level through the C-Suite. While it is true that many staffing companies do focus on industrial and clerical roles, it is also true that just as many focus on other specializations. According to the American Staffing Association, staffing agencies in the US can be broken into these categories:

    • 37% Industrial
    • 28% Office – Clerical and Administrative
    • 13% Professional – Managerial
    • 13% Engineering, Information Technology, and Scientific
    • 9% Healthcare

So whatever your needs might be, there is a staffing agency that can deliver.

Myth: Staffing Firms Only Provide Temporary Employees

Yes, most staffing agencies do provide temporary workers, but that’s not all they do.  Today’s staffing firms typically offer a variety of staffing and recruiting solutions including temporary/contract, temporary-to-hire and full-time direct hire.

Myth: Staffing Companies Just Send Warm Bodies

This is an easy assumption to make if you’ve ever had a bad experience with a staffing company. But don’t let one bad apple spoil the bunch. Reputable staffing firms who have been in business for several years, or even decades, got where they are by making strong matches. Sending out the wrong candidates damages client relationships and can soil a staffing firm’s reputation. Great staffing agencies will take time to learn about the role they are filling, your specific needs and preferences and your company culture so they can make the right hiring recommendations.

Myth: Staffing Firms Only Handle Immediate Needs

When you need a temporary or full-time employee quickly, staffing firms can deliver. However, the right staffing firm can also be a long-term strategic partner. They can help you plan ahead for upticks in demand, build a pipeline of talent to help fill critical roles quickly if a key player leaves, staff new offices or divisions and so much more.

Ready to Partner With a True Staffing Expert?

If you are looking to improve your hiring processes in the new year, contact the staffing experts at The Reserves Network today. We can help you control costs, improve the quality of new hires and ultimately, achieve your strategic goals.

 

 

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