By: Brian Christel The modern workforce is experiencing a seismic shift. Companies across industries are increasingly turning to independent contractors to fill critical roles in technology, engineering, and IT. This trend is not just a temporary response to market conditions—it’s a fundamental change in how businesses operate and scale their talent. While this shift offers…
By Joseph O’Shea The World Economic Forum’s Global Skills Taxonomy Adoption Toolkit 2025 is a timely and practical guide for organizations, governments, and education providers seeking to future-proof their workforce strategies. As skills shortages and talent mismatches intensify worldwide, this report offers a robust, data-driven roadmap for adopting a common skills language—an essential step toward…
By Joseph O’Shea Managed Service Programs (MSPs) have become a cornerstone in modern business operations, offering comprehensive solutions for managing contingent workforces. As we move into 2025, the importance and scope of MSPs continue to grow, providing businesses with strategic advantages in an increasingly complex and dynamic work environment. MSPs are widely recognized as one…
Promoting an inclusive workplace is now essential for organizations worldwide. As businesses strive to welcome and value talent from diverse backgrounds, they must foster a culture where all employees feel respected and valued. At Broadleaf, we have seen DEI initiatives become integral within many of our workforce programs. As a certified WBE through WBENC, we…
At the National RPOA Conference in Chicago earlier this month, Kristen Fox, Practice Leader of Coaching and Leadership Development at TalentRise, and Suzie Mitchell, Senior Vice President, Client Delivery at Broadleaf took the stage to dive deep into a game-changing concept: Mental Fitness for Talent Acquisition Leaders. Their session explored how today’s HR leaders, much…
In today’s recruitment landscape, candidate ghosting has become a significant challenge for employers. Defined as the abrupt disappearance of a job candidate during the hiring process, ghosting can occur at various stages—from application submission to job acceptance. Why Does Ghosting Happen? A recent study found that 84 percent of job seekers have ghosted employers, and…
Strengthening your supplier diversity efforts requires more than just outreach—it’s about making a proactive investment in building capacity within diverse supplier communities. By fostering innovation, mentorship, and networking opportunities, you’re supporting growth for both your organization and these suppliers. Here’s how to take meaningful steps toward creating a sustainable, mutually beneficial ecosystem. Be Proactive and…
The global contingent workforce management market is expected to reach $465.2 billion by 2031. Utilizing the right vendor management system (VMS) can make a meaningful difference in the efficacy of your contingent workforce program. As technology within the industry has continued to evolve in recent years, today’s VMS platforms are integrated with functionalities that can…
Contingent labor continues to evolve, with stabilization in some areas and uncertainty in others. Broadleaf’s Vice President of Client Delivery Joseph O’Shea recently joined a virtual panel to discuss emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities across the industry. In case you couldn’t catch the webinar live, we’re sharing some of the key insights and takeaways. You…
The energy and utility industries power our everyday lives and play a major role in the global economy. The energy industry is made up of companies that produce oil, natural gas, coal, renewable fuels, and electricity from clean energy sources such as wind, solar, hydropower, geothermal, and nuclear power. Utilities work hand in hand with…
