Regardless of market conditions, however, there are strategies and processes, both internal and external, that can be built to create a more effective staffing agency business plan.
Lone Oak Payroll is dedicated to the success of our clients, partners, and the staffing industry at large. That’s why we’re making our guide, Maximizing Margins in Challenging Economic Times, free to download.
This guide covers many critical financial topics staffing firms are facing in 2025 as well as optimal business practices including:
- The state of the industry
- What margins are, what burdens are, and how to calculate markups to ensure profitability (including how to use a Gross Profit Calculator)
- The importance of Standard Operating Procedures and how they work to get your house in order
- How to evaluate new business to prioritize sustainable growth
- Optimizing payment terms to reduce risk and improve cash flow
- How your tech stack contributes to your overall profitability goals
- Resources available to help navigate these challenges
We hope that this guide offers practical suggestions and actionable insights that staffing firms of all sizes can use to improve the overall health of their business and grow in any market conditions. And, as always, the Lone Oak team is here to work with you as you build your growth plan for 2026 and beyond.