The staffing industry is changing.
Don’t get left behind.
The staffing industry is in an unprecedented era of transformation, including advancements in technology and evolving hiring processes.
With the right strategy, your staffing firm can anticipate and adapt to change while planting the seeds for future success.
Change Readiness Is Defining Success for Staffing Firms
Change Readiness Is Defining Success for Staffing Firms
Change readiness refers to having an open mindset to new possibilities and laying a foundation for the future of your business.
Staffing firms with a strong change mindset
and growth strategy are more likely to:
- Attract and retain top talent
- Secure new customers
- Innovate and stay ahead of the competition
- Succeed during shifts in the market
- Grow their business sustainably
What It Takes to Be Change-Ready
Center Your Core Business
Focus on your core business and the things that you do best.
This will help you to stay competitive and profitable throughout your transformation journey.
What It Takes to Be Change-Ready
Center Your Core Business
Focus on your core business and the things that you do best.
This will help you to stay competitive and profitable throughout your transformation journey.
Invest in Your People
Your employees are your most valuable asset.
Invest in their development and training so that they can be successful in a changing environment.
Be Nimble
Be prepared to adapt your business strategy and operations.
In times of change, you may need to make adjustments to meet the evolving needs of your clients and your talent.
What Impacts Your Change-Readiness?
Fear of Change
The state of the staffing industry is constantly shifting. That can make staffing firms want to sit back and wait before making any big decisions.
But when you adopt a stance of "wait and watch," you limit your potential for future growth.
Even if you aren't ready to make a huge change, there are measures your staffing firm can take to get started. Then, when you're ready, you can hit the ground running. (Your competitors won't wait!)
Resistance to New Technology
Many staffing firms worry that adopting new technology can slow down their business, whether due to implementation, training needs, or adoption within your teams.
The truth is: Keeping the status quo because you're afraid of disruption is more likely to hold you back. But with the right team behind you, those transition periods don't need to be an obstacle.
Lack of Employee Buy-In
Employee buy-in is essential for any change initiative.
When employees understand the reasons for the change and feel that they are part of the process, they are more likely to be supportive and engaged—and they're more likely to adopt new tools and processes.
Operational Drift
Operational drift is the gradual deviation from established processes and procedures. It can occur over time as a result of changes in personnel, technology, or business conditions.
Operational drift can make it difficult to manage teams effectively and can lead to a decline in performance.
If you're looking to prepare your business for future growth, you need to evaluate existing workflows, align your teams with best practices, and guard against drift.
Equip Your Business with Resources that Grow With You
Having the right tools—and learning to use them effectively—
can make a big difference in preparing your staffing firm for change.
Equip Your Business with Resources that Grow With You
Having the right tools—and learning to use them effectively—
can make a big difference in preparing your staffing firm for change.
Here’s What You Need to Get Ready
A Robust ATS & CRM
The ATS & CRM are the foundation of your tech stack, and their effectiveness will directly impact change management at your staffing firm.
Will your employees stick to best practices or veer back into old habits? Your ATS & CRM need to make it easy for teams to share information and automate repetitive tasks.
What to look for in your ATS & CRM:
- A true all-in-one platform that connects all parts of your business with a single source of truth.
- Features that free up time for your team to focus on more high-value touchpoints.
- A platform that helps you create a successful talent journey.
The Right Tech Stack
Your tech stack impacts every part of your business, shaping your candidate journey, your brand’s reputation, and your capacity for long-term growth.
The staffing firm tech stack includes:
- Your ATS & CRM
- Your integrations
- Your website & social media
- Your job boards
So how does your tech stack measure up? How do you even know whether you need to make changes? And where do you start? Get these answers in more in our free playbook.
The Right Tech Stack
Your tech stack impacts every part of your business, shaping your candidate journey, your brand’s reputation, and your capacity for long-term growth.
The staffing firm tech stack includes:
- Your ATS & CRM
- Your integrations
- Your website & social media
- Your job boards
So how does your tech stack measure up? How do you even know whether you need to make changes? And where do you start? Get these answers in more in our free playbook.
A Strong Support System Behind You
When you’re implementing any kind of change at your staffing firm, your transition will be smoother if you have the right support behind you.
If your staff need to learn a new tool, is there someone at your staffing software company to train them?
If you’re experiencing hardship, does your software company have staffing experts to provide guidance?
If your business has grown and you decide to enter a new market within the staffing industry, will your staffing software’s customer service representatives be there during your transition?
If you’re a TempWorks client, the answer is a resounding YES.
Our Support, Training, and Account Management teams offer expert help and quick solutions to help staffing firms navigate change.
A Strong Support System Behind You
When you’re implementing any kind of change at your staffing firm, your transition will be smoother if you have the right support behind you.
If your staff need to learn a new tool, is there someone at your staffing software company to train them?
If you’re experiencing hardship, does your software company have staffing experts to provide guidance?
If your business has grown and you decide to enter a new market within the staffing industry, will your staffing software’s customer service representatives be there during your transition?
If you’re a TempWorks client, the answer is a resounding YES.
Our Support, Training, and Account Management teams offer expert help and quick solutions to help staffing firms navigate change.
How to Make Change Stick
When you implement a change initiative, there are steps you can take to ensure it leads to lasting improvements and long-term success.
Here are a few tips for making change stick and avoiding operational drift.
Communicate the change effectively:
Make sure that your employees understand the reasons for the change and how it will benefit them. Communicate the change regularly and consistently.
Get employee buy-in:
Involve your employees in the change process from the beginning. Get their feedback and make sure that they feel part of the team.
Monitor the change:
Track your progress and make adjustments as needed. Make sure that the change is having the desired impact.
How to Make Change Stick
When you implement a change initiative, there are steps you can take to ensure it leads to lasting improvements and long-term success.
Here are a few tips for making change stick and avoiding operational drift.
Communicate the change effectively:
Make sure that your employees understand the reasons for the change and how it will benefit them. Communicate the change regularly and consistently.
Get employee buy-in:
Involve your employees in the change process from the beginning. Get their feedback and make sure that they feel part of the team.
Monitor the change:
Track your progress and make adjustments as needed. Make sure that the change is having the desired impact.