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Search vs. Temp Staffing:
Search vs. Temp Staffing: Which Model Wins on Profit?Both models can be highly profitable for a staffing agency—but the drivers are different. Direct hire produces large, one-time fees and lumpy cash flow. Contract staffing compounds margin hours into recurring revenue and enterprise value. Use this guide to compare unit economics, cash conversion, risk, and scale.Quick […]
Quick Hit: Understanding Workers’ Compensation
What Is Workers’ Compensation Insurance? (Definition, Codes, Rates & Eligibility) Workers’ Compensation Insurance provides medical and wage benefits to employees who are injured or become ill due to work. With limited exceptions, U.S. states require businesses with W-2 employees to maintain active coverage. Failing to carry workers’ comp can lead to out-of-pocket medical claims, fines, […]
Quick Hit: Temp-to-Hire Conversion Fees
Conversion fee calculator: when a buyout breaks even Enter your deal below. The calculator shows the perm fee target, your hourly temp margin, the break even point where accumulated margin equals the fee, what remains owed at your milestone, and the bill rate needed to make a free conversion painless. Defaults show the worked example […]
Quick Hit: The Right Insurance for Your Staffing Business.
Contractor Insurance for Staffing Agencies: COIs, Required Policies & EOR Coverage Properly insuring your contractors is not only the law—it’s a badge of credibility with clients. By definition, Employers of Record (EORs) must carry appropriate insurances and licenses. Clients will often request a Certificate of Insurance (COI) before placements. You can obtain a COI directly […]