Baltimore, MD 410-355-1200 Home Blog The 4 Biggest Myths About Staffing Agencies Staffing Solutions The 4 Biggest Myths About Staffing Agencies SHARE THIS ARTICLE: By Margaret McGriff | October 14, 2015 Looking for a job but not sure if using temp job agencies is the way to go? Despite what you may have heard, they are a great way to find the next job opportunity. That’s why we’re debunking the four most common myths about employment companies. Myth 1: I can’t make a living as a temp worker Many people associate temp job agencies with low wage jobs at no-name companies that only last for a few weeks. That couldn’t be farther from the truth! Many offer long-term temporary assignments at well-known companies that offer great wages. According to Inavero and CareerBuilder, more than one-third of US companies have used a temp job agency in the past year. A temporary assignment can also lead to a permanent one or a brand new career that you wouldn’t have found otherwise. Myth 2: Temp job agencies don’t have enough work for me A recent CareerBuilder study cited that the number of temporary jobs is projected to grow by 13 percent in the next five years. Add to that a major skills gap in many industries that it’s causing a major labor shortage. Construction companies are having a hard time finding workers, especially with green building becoming less of a trend and more like the norm. The HVAC industry is also experiencing an unprecedented labor shortage making these technicians in very high demand. Myth 3: Staffing agencies only specialize in temporary jobs The world of staffing agencies has evolved into places where you can find all sorts of positions, temporary and otherwise. Temp-to-perm and direct hire opportunities are provided to companies from family-owned to Fortune 500 businesses. Because staffing agencies do the legwork of finding and even vetting candidates before they go in for an interview, more companies are looking to these agencies to help with all of their staffing needs. To further debunk this myth, the same report from Inavero and CareerBuilder says that approximately 3 in 10 people who got a job through an employment agency have received a permanent position. Myth 4: Temp job agencies only cater to white-collar jobs With cooks, retail workers and groundskeepers among the fastest growing blue-collar temporary jobs in 2015, staffing agencies are working harder than ever to fill jobs in all types of industries. Many are becoming niche agencies, specializing on specific sectors of the work force that were underserviced in the past. Labor Finders, for example, put everyone from electricians to hotel staff back to work each and every day for the past 40 years. If you’re ready to get back to work, click here to find the latest job opportunities near you! Categories Staffing Solutions SHARE THIS ARTICLE: Trending Articles Employment Readiness 6 Types of Day Labor Jobs When you hear the word day labor, what comes to mind? Hauling around bricks on a construction site? Contrary to popular belief day labor jobs can lead to a rewarding career! Employment Readiness 10 Construction Jobs to Know About Is working in construction just hauling stuff around a construction site or operating heavy machinery like cranes and dump trucks? Not even close! Staffing Solutions 6 Ways to Find Workers in a Labor Shortage With the demand for goods and services at all-time highs, how can you fill your construction jobs? Here are six ways you can find workers in a labor shortage. Employment Readiness Restaurant Architect: The Skilled Labor Job to Know About Ever sat in your favorite restaurant and wondered who was behind the awesome design? You can thank a restaurant architect for that. Here’s what you need to know about this awesome career. × Valued Customers & Associates: See Our Response to COVID-19 » × We use cookies to improve user experience and to analyze website traffic. For these reasons, we may share your site usage data with our analytics and advertising partners. By continuing to use the site, you consent to store on your device all the technologies described in our Cookie Policy. You can change your cookie settings at any time by clicking "Cookie Preferences" in your browser settings. Please read our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy for full details. FOR JOB SEEKERS Search Jobs Find Jobs By State The Staffing Process Blog FAQ FOR EMPLOYERS Why Labor Finders? Why Use Staffing? Our Services Work With Us Promotions Employers FAQ ABOUT US Leadership In The Community Locations Privacy Policy Terms of Use Contact Us Copyright © 2017-2021 Labor Finders, All Rights Reserved Email Zip Code: I am a: Job Seeker Employer Privacy Policy * By checking this box I agree to the Privacy Policy. Labor Finders' Notice at Collection is contained in the Privacy Policy