July 7, 2026
Episode Overview: In this special holiday edition of the Staffing Buzz Network, host Bob Pettke is joined by Michelle White, Director of Customer Success at Automated Business Designs, to close out 2025 and celebrate a milestone year for Ultra-Staff EDGE. Bob and Michelle dig into ABD’s recent recognition on G2, including the 2026 Winter Badge … Continued
June 2, 2026
Episode Overview: In this episode of the Staffing Buzz Network, host Bob Pettke sits down with former NFL tight end Desmond Clark to preview Clark’s upcoming keynote at the Midwest Staffing Conference. Clark, who played for the Denver Broncos, Miami Dolphins, and Chicago Bears (ranking third all-time in receptions for the Bears with 242), reflects … Continued
May 5, 2026
Episode Overview: In this episode of the Staffing Buzz Network, host Bob Pettke sits down with sales performance expert Mark Winter ahead of his appearance at the 2025 Midwest Staffing Conference. With over 20 years of experience in every level of staffing sales, Mark shares practical insights on what it takes to drive new business … Continued
April 9, 2026
Episode Overview: In this episode of the Staffing Buzz Network, host Bob Pettke sits down with Robert Reid, a principal at Butler Street and former Randstad veteran, to preview his two sessions at the upcoming Midwest Staffing Conference. Robert brings a unique background to the table, combining over 13 years of staffing experience with a … Continued
March 23, 2026
Episode Overview: In this episode of the Staffing Buzz Network, host Bob Pettke welcomes Lauren B. Jones, founder of LEAP Advisory Partners, to discuss the intersection of technology and leadership in the staffing industry. Lauren identifies the core of operational excellence as the “build, change, adopt” framework, stressing that firms must move beyond “lagging” behind … Continued
December 2, 2025
Episode Overview: In this episode, host Bob Pettke welcomes David Searns, CEO of Haley Marketing, to discuss strategic marketing for staffing firms. David identifies the biggest missed opportunity as the failure to “play the long game,” stressing that firms must consistently nurture the 60% of prospects who are not yet ready to buy. He outlines … Continued
November 4, 2025
Episode Overview: In this episode, host Bob Pettke welcomes Charlie Saffro, founder and CEO of CS Recruiting, to discuss authentic leadership, company culture, and the evolving world of staffing. Charlie shares how her journey from a one-person startup to leading a thriving team shaped her belief that leadership goes beyond metrics—it’s about empathy, trust, and … Continued
November 4, 2025
Episode Overview: This episode features host Bob Pettke and guest Emily Osborne of Arvo Tech discussing the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC), a federal tax incentive designed to encourage businesses to hire individuals who face barriers to employment. Emily explains that many staffing companies miss out on this revenue source, which can average around $2,000 … Continued
September 12, 2025
Episode Overview: On this special episode of The Staffing Buzz Network, we celebrate the Ultra-Staff EDGE AI Recruiting Suite being recognized with a Gold Stevie® Award for Best Digital Recruitment Solution in the 2025 Stevie® Awards for Great Employers Program! This week’s episode features 3 of our very own from Automated Business Designs: Terri Roeslmeier, President and … Continued
June 9, 2025
Episode Overview: In this episode of the Staffing Buzz Network, host Bob Pettke welcomes the one and only Richard Rosner, widely known as “The Staffing Shark.” Bob kicks off by congratulating Richard on his nomination for the Staffing Leaders to Watch in 2024 award, setting the stage for an energetic discussion. Richard shares his unconventional … Continued
