staffing firms

Employment placement companies

Staffing firms are companies that recruit and supply workers to other businesses, typically for temporary or contract positions.

They handle hiring, payroll, and sometimes benefits, while the client company directs the actual work.

Some specialize in particular industries or skill levels: She found the accounting job through a staffing firm.

Also called staffing agencies or temp agencies.

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employment relationship

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Working for yourself

sole proprietorships

labor market role

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Support for post-work life

workforce stability model

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Job security until retirement

Family

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