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Staffing Industry Trends – October 2025

Insights on trends, market dynamics, and industry innovations

Webinar for staffing agency owners.

Upcoming Webinar: The Hidden Catalyst for Accelerating Staffing Firm Growth

AI and technology drive today’s staffing industry, but people still make the difference. Join our upcoming webinar with Jay Mattern to explore how emotional intelligence can help your firm balance tech and human touch, building stronger, more resilient teams.

Here’s what attendees can expect to learn:

  • The definition of Emotional Intelligence (EI) and its four key components.
  • How EI directly impacts team performance and company ROI.
  • How to measure EI in your organization.
  • Developing EI in both individuals and teams.
  • How to identify strong EI characteristics in potential staff hires.


Workforce Insight: “Job-Hugging” is on the Rise

According to a new survey by ResumeBuilder.com, nearly half of U.S. workers are “job hugging, which means they are staying put in their current roles due to fears about AI, layoffs, and economic uncertainty.

For staffing agency leaders, this trend has real implications. Read the article to learn five ways it’s reshaping the talent market and how to stay ahead.


Staffing World 2025

Scale Funding had a great time in Orlando, sharing how we can provide consistent cash flow to staffing agencies through our invoice factoring solutions. This year’s Staffing World was full of energy and engagement. While the industry has faced a tough year, optimism is growing as we head into 2026.

Staffing World 2025, Orlando

AI and tech dominated discussions, but so did the reminder that success still depends on the human touch. Agencies that blend innovation with strong people skills and invest in training will lead the way forward.

We have a tradition of giving away a large bottle of Grey Goose vodka, and this year’s winner was Ryan Clark. Party next weekend at Ryan’s house!

Scale Funding a proud sponsor and exhibitor of the 2025 ASA Staffing World!

Staffing Industry Stats

October U.S. Jobs Report Snapshot

Hiring demand remains steady but uneven, with healthcare leading growth and construction slowing. Temporary staffing shows resilience as employers stay cautious on permanent hires. Learn how these trends impact staffing firms and what to watch ahead.


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Staffing Stats

October 28, 2025

October U.S. Jobs Report: Key Insights for Staffing Leaders (Based on data available prior to the federal government shutdown) 1.…

Workforce Insight: “Job-Hugging” is on the Rise

October 16, 2025

According to a new survey by ResumeBuilder.com, nearly half of U.S. workers are “job hugging,” which means they are staying…

Upcoming Webinar: The Hidden Catalyst for Accelerating Staffing Firm Growth  

October 16, 2025

Date: 11/13/2025 Time: 12:00 PM CST AI isn’t a competitive advantage anymore — everyone has access to the same tools.…