Broadleaf Results—an industry leader in total talent management services—was named to HRO Today’s 2026 Baker’s Dozen List for Managed Service Providers (MSP) for the twelfth time. These rankings recognize the top 13 contingent labor and management providers based entirely on results from customer satisfaction surveys. “Being named to HRO Today’s Baker’s Dozen list for the…
Focus On Skills-Based Hiring Skills-Based Hiring Defined: A recruitment approach that evaluates candidates based on their demonstrated abilities and competencies rather than traditional credentials like degrees or specific job titles, expanding access to qualified talent while improving hiring outcomes. Quick Facts (LinkedIn Economic Graph Research Institute) 64% of employers now use skills-based hiring for entry-level…
For the seventh consecutive year, Broadleaf Results has been named to HRO Today’s Baker’s Dozen List of premier total workforce solutions providers. These rankings include the top workforce solutions firms in the U.S., based on customer survey results. Founded in 1965, Broadleaf is a premier provider of strategic talent solutions. Our team specializes in managed…
The managed service provider (MSP) market reached $226 billion in spend under management in 2024, marking a 2% return to growth after a challenging 2023. According to Staffing Industry Analysts’ latest MSP Global Landscape Summary, the industry is undergoing significant transformation driven by AI adoption, evolving work arrangements, and increasingly strategic client demands. Here’s what…
New Term You Should Know: Job Hugging Job Hugging: When employees cling to their current roles out of fear of change—prioritizing security over growth, often stalling their own and the company’s progress. What this means for employers today With today’s economic uncertainty, job hugging is reshaping workforce dynamics and engagement levels. While lower turnover seems…
The inaugural Chief People Officers Outlook, organized by the World Economic Forum’s Centre for the New Economy and Society, is sharing its insights into global workforce trends and how technological advancements and shifting expectations are driving disruption and a need to adapt in order to stay ahead of the curve. Through research, surveys, and consultations…
The Amherst Chamber of Commerce honored Lynne Marie Finn, Chief Executive Officer of Broadleaf Results, with the Woman of Distinction LIFT Award at “The Event: Celebrating Business Excellence” on October 20, 2025. The Event is the Amherst Chamber’s largest annual gathering, bringing together hundreds of the region’s top business leaders to recognize outstanding achievements across…
By: Joseph O’Shea When it comes to managing a growing workforce, there are a lot of different solutions available. Two of the most common options – and often the most valuable – are Professional Employer Organization (PEO) and Employer of Record (EOR) solutions. These two talent solutions are often confused because they both involve third-party…
By: Joseph O’Shea The conversation around independent contractor compliance (ICC) has evolved significantly over the past decade. What once centered primarily on avoiding penalties has transformed into a strategic discussion about building sustainable, flexible workforces that balance risk, cost, and operational agility. Today’s organizations are discovering that effective IC compliance isn’t just about regulatory adherence…
By Joseph O’Shea The contingent workforce in the U.S. is undergoing a profound transformation. Once viewed primarily as a backfill solution, contingent labor is now a powerful lever in enterprise workforce strategy enabling agility, innovation, and access to specialized skills on demand. Technology, strategy, and workforce trends are reshaping the way organizations think about non-permanent talent. …
