April Jobs Report Signals Momentum: Why Companies Should Reassess Their Staffing Strategy Now

Posted on 5/12 by Jenny Moraga

The April employment report delivered a stronger-than-expected signal for employers: growth is happening, but companies still need flexibility to keep pace. According to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, overall nonfarm employment increased in April, with the economy adding 115,000 jobs. That number came in well above the expected median forecast of 65,000 jobs, according to a Bloomberg survey of economists. Temporary staffing also moved in a positive direction. U.S. temporary employment rose by 7,900 jobs, reaching 2.5 million temporary jobs in April. While temporary employment remains below its March 2022 peak of nearly 3.2 million, the latest numbers suggest that staffing activity is beginning to firm up. Staffing Industry Analysts Economist Michael Schultz described the April results as “surprisingly strong,” adding that “this is the first time since last summer where a strong month was not immediately followed by a weak month.” For companies evaluating their workforce plans, that matters.

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Weather-Driven Workforce Readiness: Preparing Restoration Teams for Emergency Response

Posted on 1/28 by Jenny Moraga

When winter storms hit, restoration companies are often the first call. Freezing temperatures, snow, and ice can quickly lead to burst pipes, flooding, and extensive water damage. These emergencies don’t arrive on a schedule, and they rarely come one at a time. The difference between a smooth response and a chaotic scramble often comes down to one thing: workforce readiness.

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Tagged #RestorationStaffing #EmergencyResponse #WaterDamage #SkilledLabor #TemporaryStaffing #RestorationIndustry #LaborMAX #TradesMAX

Washington Construction Faces Job Losses: How LaborMax Staffing Helps Contractors Overcome Labor Shortages

Posted on 9/23/2025 by Jenny Moraga

The construction industry is a driving force behind economic growth, but in Washington, contractors are facing an uphill battle. Labor shortages are causing project delays, job losses, and rising costs across the state. According to the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC), 92% of construction firms nationwide are struggling to hire, and nearly half have delayed projects because of workforce shortages. While Texas and New Mexico are seeing job gains, Washington construction firms are losing ground — not because of a lack of projects, but because of a lack of workers.

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Tagged #ConstructionProjects #TemporaryStaffing #SkilledLabor #ConstructionIndustry #WorkforceSolutions #ConstructionJobs #StaffingSolutions #WashingtonConstruction #LaborMaxStaffing #ConstructionStaffing

Craft a Strong Job Posting to Gain More Applicants

Posted on 4/4/2024 by Erin Helms

If you’re having difficulty finding strong candidates or getting enough applications when you post an open position on your website, the job posting itself might be partly to blame. Job postings need to be evocative and enticing, containing sufficient information to make a candidate want to work for your company. Here are some details job seekers want to see when reading your job posting -- are you missing these key points?

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Tagged #HowToSourceCandidates #TempStaffing #TemporaryStaffing #BostonStaffing

5 Reasons to Hire Temporary Warehouse Employees

Posted on 12/28/2022 by Erin Helms

Keeping up with the demand for warehouse staff can be frustrating. Turnover is high, absenteeism runs rampant, and wages are on the rise. Add to that seasonal demand, demand crunches and the increase in online shopping. At the same time, when business is slow, or supply chain issues mean you can’t fill orders, you can end up overstaffed. That’s why working with a temporary staffing agency is an ideal solution for warehouse staffing.

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