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Staffing Success (ISSN 1530-6011) Volume 13, Issue 2. Published seven times a year (January, March, May, July, September, November, and a Special issue) for $360 per year by the American Staffing Association, 277 S. Washington St., Suite 200, Alexandria, VA 22314. Periodicals postage rate paid at Alexandria, VA, and additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Staffing Success, 277 S. Washington St., Suite 200, Alexandria, VA 22314.

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Staffing Currents

Hiring demand for recruiters rises, the latest ASA Quarterly Employment and Sales Survey results, construction hiring gains momentum, and more.

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The Law and You

A lawsuit ensues when a highly skilled mechanical engineer and competitive candidate seeks compensation for overtime hours she worked while on assignment—something the staffing firm owner says she was never authorized to do. Who’s right?

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Recruiting Today

These candidates aren’t at the top of your placement list, but engaging with them plays a significant role for staffing firms. Find out how these so-called red-shirt relationships are the key to establishing an effective pipeline of talent.

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ASA for You

Here are three things you must do right now to prepare for Staffing World® 2012, Oct. 9–11, in Las Vegas. Plus, ASA announces the three keynote speakers headlining this can’t-miss event for staffing executives.

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Sections Sound Off

What social media platform is most effective for recruiting at the sector level? How are different sectors engaging candidates on these platforms right now? Industry veterans weigh in.

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Staffing Community

Welcome new ASA members, more staffing professionals earn ASA certifications, and other ASA member company news.

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Business Shortcuts

Check out the latest books, apps, and more to help streamline and improve operations.

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Ad Index

Here is where to find Staffing Success advertisers in this issue and online. Go to americanstaffing.net/digital to see bonus advertising content and to click through to specific products and services.