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To the untrained eye, and quite possibly to your target clients, staffing agencies appear the same from one end of the country to the other. They all do the same things, provide the same services, and are replaceable if necessary. But that’s the trick to landing loyal, dedicated clients. As an agency owner, you need to differentiate yourself from your competition and prove you have different, and better, services and can’t be replaced as a staffing partner. How do you make that happen? Let’s take a closer look at 4 things you can do right now to show what your agency is all about.

  1. Fully define what you offer. The only way for a company to know what you can provide is if you’re explicit about it. If you offer a workforce management system, make sure that is spelled out in your marketing information. If you offer employment testing, prescreening, or other essential services, say so. The more you can define, the more information a company will have when it comes to making a decision between services.
  2. Target the best clients for your services. It is also true that you can’t be all things to all people. It may seem like casting a wide net will be the best way to obtain new customers, but that is only true if they’re all the right customers for your business. When a new client isn’t a good fit with your services, you will spend more time trying to fit a round peg into a square hole and it won’t generate income for your business. Be deliberate with the businesses you target.
  3. Build your reputation and credibility. Another important aspect is your business’s reputation. Many people think about the branding, but don’t think about the community perception of their company. How can you stand out in your community? Do so by becoming involved and making positive associations with your name and business. This will make you a more credible business and may help you stand out from the cookie-cutter competition.
  4. Show how you’re different. Of course, the best way to demonstrate your difference from the staffing marketplace in your community is by showing exactly how you’re different. There are many ways you can do this, but don’t be afraid to put it out there. What do you offer? What can you provide? What doesn’t your competition do in the industry? What niche can you fill in your business environment?

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The ANSER to your North American workforce management needs starts with A-Team solutions. Anserteam is the alliance of North American staffing and employment resources. Since 2004, Anserteam has grown to service over 1,500 locations across the United States and Canada. Are you a best-in-class staffing firm looking to increase your client base and secure a greater market share?  Find out how to become part of Anserteam. Contact us to learn more!