Business Idea #19 - Employment Service

A staffing service can be done from home or from an office. Little start-up capital needed.

January 16, 2025

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STAFFING SERVICE

How to Start and Run a Staffing Service: A Step-by-Step Guide

In today’s fast-paced business environment, companies often turn to staffing services to fill roles quickly with qualified candidates. Whether it's temporary help, temp-to-perm roles, or permanent placements, a staffing agency can be a lucrative business if you build it with the right strategy. Here’s how to start and run your own staffing service from the ground up.

Step 1: Choose Your Niche

Staffing is a broad industry, so choosing a niche helps you stand out and attract clients more effectively. Consider focusing on:

  • Administrative and clerical positions

  • Healthcare professionals

  • IT and tech talent

  • Industrial and warehouse workers

  • Hospitality and event staffing

  • Legal or finance professionals

Tip: Select a niche based on your background, connections, or local demand.

Step 2: Research the Market

Before launching, study the demand in your area or target region. Use online job boards, talk to businesses, and analyze competitors. Understand what positions companies struggle to fill and what wages are typical.

Also research:

  • Average placement fees

  • Local labor laws and regulations

  • Workers’ compensation and insurance requirements

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