FAQ

Last Revision: January 03, 2023

Who operates Staffing.com?

Staffing.com was started by Toptal to foster conversations pertaining to technologies that are increasing the efficiency of staffing, the rise of remote work, the expansion of the freelance economy, and the future of procurement and staffing at large enterprises.

Toptal is an elite network of the world’s top talent in business, design, and technology that enables companies to scale their teams, on demand. Toptal serves over 10,000 clients, including many Fortune 500 companies, delivering expertise and world-class solutions at an unparalleled success rate. For more information, please visit www.toptal.com.

Why this site, and why now?

As technology evolves, so does staffing. The nature of how we create and manage our teams has changed dramatically. Moreover, new working models have changed how work gets done, giving rise to an increased demand for freelance and remote work. According to PWC, 64 percent of millennials prefer to work from home, and by 2025, 70 percent of the workforce will work remotely at least one week out of the month (Global Workplace Analytics).

With the Talent Economy landscape affecting the way business gets done, companies are looking for a place to learn from experts, vet issues, test new staffing models, and engage with like-minded colleagues to better understand the many new Economies that are taking shape. In the Talent Economy, for example, an enterprise is buying the skill and expertise of the talent while optimizing a talent acquisition process to reduce the inefficiencies inherent in traditional employment and staffing. While many Fortune 500’s have adopted the Talent Economy, it’s new to many. Staffing.com aims to be a valuable resource for such companies looking to understand these new approaches to talent acquisition.

How can I become a Staffing.com contributor?

Our mission is to unite fresh insights and expertise, create transparency, and raise the bar for the staffing industry. We invite you to participate in the conversation.

We are looking for bold and comprehensive thought leadership that offers fresh perspectives—stories of both challenges and successes. Please send the following to [email protected]:

  • Submit your idea in the form of an outline.
  • Include research and relevant data points, and identify any additional subject matter experts that would be involved.
  • Articles must be a minimum of 800 words and a maximum of 3,500.
  • Please disclose whether the article has been previously published.
  • Please include a short bio and any links to social media or relevant articles you have published.

What topics does Staffing.com cover?

We cover all subjects related to the staffing industry, specifically the evolution of the talent economy. This involves:

  • On-demand talent, distributed teams, agile teams, and remote work
  • Sourcing and procuring talent
  • Industry trends, research, and analysis
  • Thought-leaders and their experiences

What topics does Staffing.com not cover?

  • Articles that are overtly promotional
  • Press releases
  • Breaking news
  • Overly personal stories

When will I know if my article has been accepted?

We aspire to respond to every submission. Please allow us two weeks to reply to your email. After that, feel free to follow up with us.