The Staffing KPIs that Predict a Good Quarter or a Painful One

Published: Oct 28, 2026 1:00 PM  |  By Jennifer Roeslmeier Mikels  |  Viewed: 156
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As we are knee deep in quarter 4, there is no better time than the present to monitor how you are going to finish the year. By the time quarterly financial reports are reviewed, its often too late to influence the outcome. The most successful staffing companies dont wait until the quarter ends to understand their performance. Instead, they track KPIs that reveal whether theyre on pace for growth or if an adjustment needs to be made to end the quarter strong. When you focus on the right KPIs, staffing leaders can make proactive decisions that keep growth on track and avoid costly surprises. In this article, see the 5 KPIs all staffing companies should monitor in order to predict a good quarter or a painful one. New Job Orders Trend Report A new job orders trend report monitors the weekly volume of new job orders compared to previous periods. For example, if orders decline over several weeks, then that cou...