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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. How many staffing companies are there in the United States?

  2. Has the staffing industry helped U.S. companies transition from recession to today's robust economy?

  3. Why not use the Internet to find employees? Isn't that faster and less costly?

  4. What are the fastest growing occupations?

  5. Why is certification important?

  6. Is there value in working with a niche or specialty recruiting firm?

  7. How do I know if I am dealing with a quality placement or staffing firm?

  8. What is the National Association of Personnel Services?

  9. What is typically meant by the term "personnel services industry"?

  10. How big is the industry?

  11. How much has the staffing industry grown?

  12. How many companies use staffing services?

  13. What accounts for the growth of the industry?

  14. Do staffing firms charge employees a fee for temporary assignments?

  15. How long do people hold temporary jobs?

  16. What types of assignments do staffing companies offer?

  17. What are the trends in the kinds of jobs being assigned?