March 31, 2025
Episode Overview Episode Recorded May 2024 Welcome to the Staffing Buzz Network! In this episode, our host Bob Pettke had the pleasure of speaking with the esteemed Joanie Bily, Division President at EmployBridge and Chair of the American Staffing Association, offering a deep dive into the staffing industry. Their insightful conversation covered Bily’s impressive career … Continued
March 5, 2025
The healthcare staffing industry continues to be one of the fastest-growing industries. According to the iCIMS Insights February 2025 Workforce Report, the application volume for healthcare roles increased by 24% month over month in January and is 9% higher than in January 2024. Healthcare job openings rose by 25% from last month and inched up … Continued
February 10, 2025
Episode Overview Bob Pettke interviews two guests about the Midwest Staffing Conference. First, WAS president Clay Pautz highlights the conference’s diverse tracks, top speakers, and vendor networking, emphasizing the value of gaining new perspectives. Then, grit expert Lara Jones shares her inspiring story of overcoming the loss of her son and near-death experience, explaining how … Continued
February 5, 2025
Staffing sales have been a challenge over the past year, but experts predict that 2025 will be a year of growth. According to the Staffing Industry Analysts January 2025 Jobs Report, jobs were up in December, with 256,000 new jobs added. The sectors with the largest gain included Health and Social Assistance, Retail Trade, and … Continued
January 20, 2025
Episode Overview Host Bob Pettke welcomes Lance “Duke” Snider to discuss the upcoming Midwest Staffing Conference, a must-attend event for staffing professionals featuring keynote speakers, networking opportunities, and over 30 vendor partners. David Atkins, a retired NY State Police Captain and motivational speaker, shares his powerful life lessons from 9/11 and his mission to inspire … Continued
January 8, 2025
Automated Business Designs is proud to announce that Ultra-Staff EDGE has been named a High Performer in Staffing, Applicant Tracking System, OnBoarding, CRM, and Candidate Relationship Management by G2, the world’s largest and most trusted software marketplace. In addition to these accolades, Ultra-Staff EDGE earned 8 additional awards in the G2 Winter Reports, including High Performer … Continued
January 7, 2025
As we enter a new year, you may be setting individual and team goals for 2025. While goals can be set at any time, the new year is a quintessential time for New Year’s resolutions- new year, new you, new business goals. Did you know though that only 9% of Americans that make resolutions complete … Continued
December 4, 2024
Marketing Your Value and Planning for 2025 The holiday season is in full swing! It’s the time of year for holiday shopping, cookie baking, singing carols, and embarking in your favorite holiday traditions. It’s also the time of year to watch some of your favorite holiday movies. One of my favorites is It’s a Wonderful … Continued
November 25, 2024
Episode Overview In this episode of the Staffing Buzz Network, brought by Ultra-Staff EDGE, host Bob Pettke chats with industry expert Dan Mori about overcoming challenges in staffing sales and the critical role of understanding a unique value proposition. Through engaging discussions and practical examples, they explore strategies for positioning staffing solutions effectively, whether competing on … Continued
November 25, 2024
Episode Overview Ultra-Staff EDGE brings to you the Staffing Buzz Network, where host Bob Pettke chats with Cathi Canfield, VP of Enterprise Transformation at Employbridge, the largest light industrial staffing company in North America. They discuss Cathi’s recognition in the 2023 Global Power 150 Women in Staffing list, her insights on workforce trends, and Employbridge’s “Voice … Continued
