Hunter Hamilton

06/23/2026

Manufacturing is showing renewed strength. The ISM Manufacturing PMI climbed to 54.0 in May, its highest level in three years and the fifth consecutive month of expansion.

Production, new orders, and business sentiment continue to improve, but manufacturers remain cautious. Rising costs, supply chain disruptions, and uncertainty about future demand are prompting many organizations to remain measured in their hiring and investment plans.

🔗 https://staffmark.com/workforce-optics-june-2026-hiring-trends-insights/

06/23/2026

Retention isn't about perks. It's about people feeling like they belong somewhere.

The organizations winning the talent war in 2026 are the ones who've figured out that the cost of turnover — in time, morale, and money — always outweighs the investment in keeping good people.

Three things driving retention right now:
→ Flexibility that's real, not performative
→ Growth paths that exist before employees have to ask
→ Leadership that listens before it loses

Which one does your organization need to work on? 👇

06/22/2026

The week is over. The impact isn't. This month, Staffmark Group joined thousands of colleagues across 10 countries for the RGF Connect Global Week of Impact 2026 and what our teams delivered across the United States made us proud in ways that are hard to put into words. So we'll let the video do some of the talking.

From coast to coast, our people showed up. They sat across from veterans ready for their next mission. They worked alongside young adults stepping into the workforce for the first time. They gave back and opened doors for people across industries who'd been knocking a long time.

RGF Staffing's global reach this year was extraordinary; 10 countries, 4 continents, and a network of operating companies all moving in the same direction. Together, we created pathways to employment for communities that need them most. And Staffmark Group was proud to be an active, visible part of that story.

We're already thinking about what comes next. Because building bridges to employment isn't a one-week commitment, it's the standard we hold ourselves to every day. The connections made this month will carry forward. The partnerships built this week will grow. And next year, we'll show up again, ready to do even more.

Thank you to every team member who gave their time, energy, and heart this week. You are the reason this work matters.

🎥 Watch the full recap below.

06/20/2026

This Sunday is Father's Day! But it's also every Tuesday, Thursday, and the Saturday you worked a double.

To the dads grinding for their families, working to build something real, set an example, and keep the lights on, we see the hustle behind the title. We're here to help you find work that makes the sacrifice worth it.

Happy early Father's Day. 💙

06/19/2026

Juneteenth is a day of reflection, recognition, and continued progress. Today, we honor the resilience, contributions, and achievements of Black Americans while recognizing the significance of freedom, opportunity, and equality in our communities and workplaces.

As we observe Juneteenth, we're reminded that creating opportunities for people to thrive isn't a one-day commitment, it's ongoing work.

Together, we can continue building workplaces where talent is recognized, voices are valued, and opportunity is accessible to all.

06/17/2026

Everyone is talking about AI. Economists Daniel Zhao and Svenja Gudell believe demographics deserve equal attention.

As millions of workers retire over the next decade, industries including healthcare, manufacturing, education, government, and the skilled trades could face significant talent shortages. At the same time, employers are seeing early signs that hiring activity may be stabilizing after several years of slower growth.

🔗 https://staffmark.com/workforce-optics-june-2026-hiring-trends-insights/

June's Workforce Optics explores why demographic shifts, employee trust, and workforce development may become some of the most important business issues of the decade.

06/16/2026

The companies closing Q2 strong didn't get there by chance. They planned their workforce with intention, moved quickly when talent became available, and treated staffing as a business strategy, not a last-minute solution.

Q3 starts in two weeks. The question isn't whether you'll need talent. It's whether you'll be ready when opportunity shows up.

Let's build your workforce strategy now: https://smgroupna.com/capabilities/

06/12/2026

Today, on Women Veterans Day, we recognize the women who served and the next mission still ahead of them. The skills you built in uniform aren't a footnote on a résumé. They're leadership, discipline, and grit that civilian employers need right now. Through Operation Hired, our recruiters work as your advocates, translating your experience into roles where you'll rise, thrive, and lead.

Your service was never the whole story. It was the foundation.
To the women veterans charting what's next: we're ready to walk beside you and speak boldly on your behalf.

Start your next chapter → https://smgroupna.com/operation-hired/

You’ve served with honor. You’ve led with integrity. You’ve answered the call when it mattered most. Now, it’s time for your next mission – one where your

06/11/2026

May's jobs report once again exceeded expectations, with employers adding 172,000 jobs while unemployment remained at 4.3%. Despite ongoing economic uncertainty, the labor market continues to show remarkable resilience.

But beneath the headline numbers, employers are confronting a different challenge: an aging workforce, rising retirements, and growing skills mismatches that could reshape hiring for years to come.

In the June edition of Workforce Optics, we explore what these trends mean for workforce planning, hiring strategy, and talent development in 2026 and beyond.

https://staffmark.com/workforce-optics-june-2026-hiring-trends-insights/

06/10/2026

This week, Staffmark Group is joining thousands of employees across 10 countries for the RGF Connect Global Week of Impact 2026 — a worldwide push to break down barriers and build real pathways to employment.
The theme is Building Bridges to Employment. For us, that's not a slogan — it's the reason we exist. Through local partnerships and regional events, our teams are showing up for veterans, young adults, and communities that need it most.
Our parent company RGF Staffing built something extraordinary with RGF Connect. Over 139,000 placements last year alone. Workforce training. Direct job matching. Real lives changed across 4 continents.
We're proud to be part of it. And we're proud to show up this week — and every week — for the people who need a bridge to their next opportunity.
Learn more at rgfconnect.com