The Staffing Show

In this episode, Lauren Jones, Founder of Leap Advisory Partners, and Rob Mann, VP of Sales at Newbury Partners, join us to unpack trends and the transformative power of technology in staffing. Lauren is a powerhouse in the staffing industry, known for her expertise in workforce technology, change management, and female leadership advocacy, while Rob is regarded as a dynamic figure in the staffing industry, renowned for his expertise in sales and recruitment automation. In our conversation, we delve into industry mergers, sales strategies, technology optimization, and the role of AI in staffing. We discuss the exciting new partnership between Leap and Newbury, how the different companies complement each other, and why it is a one-stop shop. Explore why aligning recruitment and sales teams is essential, the trend of optimization, and important considerations when investing in AI technology. Gain insights into why your tech stack is a living organism, experimenting with new technologies, actionable strategies for integrating AI into your recruitment practices, and more. Tune in to discover exciting staffing trends and how AI is reshaping the recruitment landscape with Lauren Jones and Rob Mann!

We are joined on the show today by Adam Sprecher, an industry veteran with private and public staffing agencies. After learning about Adam’s professional background in staffing, our guest discusses the current industry trends that he sees playing out, his recommended strategies for growing as a staffing company, how his work with different companies influenced the rest of his career, and the talent engagement strategies that he reveres. We also explore agencies’ common mistakes during turmoil, Adam’s vision of the future of staffing, and the undeniable value of listening to and incorporating feedback.

Talent communities are more than just the talent and the recruiters – it’s everyone and everything that you have access to more than your closest competitors. Walking us through the value of strong talent communities is the Vice President of Customer Experience at our sponsor company Staffing Referrals, Rachelle Arnold. Rachelle’s rich professional history in staffing makes her the perfect candidate to define what a talent community is and to explain why it’s important to fully understand the term. Our conversation journeys us through the work done at Staffing Referrals, why it’s vital to have a unique talent pool to pull from, how to assess a recruiter’s quality and credentials, and the incredible power of referral placements. We also discuss how failure opens doors of opportunity, why the candidate experience matters, why trust and transparency are essential components of recruiting in today’s climate, and everything that the industry is doing to boost and streamline recruiter productivity.

In today’s episode, we delve into the fascinating journey of Tana Greene, the visionary behind MyWorkChoice, as she shares insights into revolutionizing the hourly workforce industry, empowering individuals, and crafting a culture of flexibility and choice. MyWorkChoice is a recruitment agency that provides a modern and human-centered approach to hiring and managing the hourly workforce. In our conversation, we unpack the high turnover rates and absenteeism in the light industrial staffing industry, how her company addressed these issues by giving workers more flexibility, and the benefits of reducing turnover and increasing employee satisfaction. Hear about her company's transition from brick-and-mortar offices to a completely virtual setup, details about the growth of MyWorkChoice, the challenges of building and maintaining software, and the importance of flexibility to the modern workforce. Gain insights into why flexible work schedules have attracted more women into manufacturing, the secret behind MyWorkChoice’s success, and how to do more with fewer employees. Tana also shares her personal journey, from overcoming challenging situations to navigating domestic violence to starting her own business and reaching her full potential. Tune in as we uncover ways the staffing industry is broken and how empowering the workforce can fix it with Tana Greene!

Recruitment strategies come in all shapes and sizes, but how do you know which one works best for your organization? As you’ll discover in today’s episode, building a talent community is an effective, forward-thinking strategy that can help you attract and retain a highly skilled workforce while saving on recruitment spend and effort. To discuss this topic, we are joined by Dan Mastropolo, Chief Vision Officer of Shiftfillers and President of Oak City Advisors, a passionate staffing executive who goes beyond adapting to change and aims to shape the future. Tuning in, you’ll learn how a talent community can help you maximize your talent database, practical advice for hands-on technology adoption in your organization, the role AI will play in the future of staffing, and much more. To hear about future-proofing talent acquisition and increasing your operational performance, don’t miss this thought-provoking conversation!

In today’s episode, David Folwell sits down with Justin Clarke, Founder and CEO of F|Staff, to discuss technology, trends, and the future of staffing. F|Staff is an on-demand global platform facilitating interactions between CDL drivers and stakeholders on both ends of the market. In our conversation, we discuss his non-traditional path into staffing, lessons from his career journey, and how he founded F|Staff. Discover the benefits of a data-centric business model, why he thinks the staffing industry is broken, and how staffing agencies and customers can benefit from leveraging technology-based solutions. Gain insights into why reducing friction for customers is vital for success and the importance of streamlining the hiring process. Explore the current and future trends of the industry, ways the company is embracing AI, why AI won’t replace you but someone who is using AI will, and much more. Join us as we unpack the steps to building an on-demand future in staffing with Justin Clarke!

In today’s episode, David Folwell welcomes back one of our favorite guests, Vinda Souza, CMO at RefAssured. Tuning in you’ll hear us cover a range of topics relevant to leaders within the staffing industry, from the value of DEI and competitive differentiation to the causes and antidotes to burnout. We talk with Vinda about the importance of diversity when it comes to problem-solving and recognizing blind spots, before learning why DEI is essential for better decisions and happier cultures. We also discuss the root causes of burnout, suggested solutions, and how to make hiring decisions that lead to healthy, supportive teams. Join us for Vinda’s insights on DEI, burnout, and getting company culture right.

In this episode of The Staffing Show, Thomas Kosnik, president of Visus Group, Dawn Meyers, CEO of Malone Workforce Solutions, and Mark Holland, CEO of Ascend Staffing, discuss their experience in leadership roles. They share some best practices when it comes to recruiting and hiring talent and talk about who they trust for business advice as well as key factors to consider when growing a business.

Aaron Opalewski, CEO and Founder of Spark Talent, joined David Folwell to talk about his experience in the staffing industry. He shared what it’s been like to create Spark Companies, a portfolio of companies that operate within different niches. He talks about the company’s growth over the past year and also shares his philosophy of being transparent about both success and failure. He also talks about a unique situation where he worked with one of his former competitors and they created a new, successful company together.

On this episode of The Staffing Show, Dan Mori, President of Employment Solutions, joins David Folwell to talk about The Staffing Sales Summit, which will take place in February 2024. He talks about some of the trends he has seen in the staffing industry since the COVID-19 pandemic and how certain skills such as demonstrating the value of staffing agencies can be helpful when talking to potential clients. He also touches on some of the highlights of The Staffing Sales Summit, including a line-up of talks from seasoned staffing professionals.

On this episode of The Staffing Show, Matt Dichter, VP of Sales at Staffing Engine, talks about his start in the staffing industry and his journey to his current company. He shares all of the various programs that are part of his company’s tech stack and details how they streamline day-to-day operations. He also talks about his view of AI tools such as ChatGPT and how they could launch the staffing industry into a new realm of productivity as well as profit.

Mohamed Basha, CEO of TLC Nursing, joins The Staffing Show to talk about his experience with creating a healthcare staffing agency. He shares the unconventional journey that led him into this industry, and also talks about his company’s focus on providing the best quality of nurses as opposed to being the largest in size. He also touches on some of the useful programs his company is using in their tech stack.

In this episode of The Staffing Show, Ashley Andersen, SVP at ClearEdge Rising, joins David for a second time to talk about her work in leadership development for women in the staffing industry. Ashley dives into the progress ClearEdge Rising has made since its launch and reveals some of the topics that they’ve covered so far, including boundaries and ‘both/and’ thinking. Later in the episode, she also shares insights on the challenges of leading through uncertain times, the importance of critical thinking, and the value of continuous improvement.

On this episode of The Staffing Show, Keith Weightman, RVP at Bullhorn, joins David Folwell to talk about his approach to creating engaging LinkedIn content that creates value for his audience. He describes his unique approach to creating posts and provides tips and tricks for LinkedIn users who are looking to increase the quality and frequency of their own content. Later in the episode, Weightman also shares his personal experience as a leader in the staffing industry, including how he motivates and inspires his team.

On this episode of The Staffing Show, Danny Minor, President and Partner at Allegiance Staffing, talks about his experience in the staffing industry and being part of a licensee business model. He explains the many perks of this model, such as a built-in network of like-minded professionals as well as the ability to share technological assets such as software. He also talks about the importance of empathy in business and how it has remained one of his guiding principles throughout the years. This episode is brought to you by Metaview. Learn more at www.metaview.ai/staffingshow.

On this episode of The Staffing Show, Danny Minor, president, partner, and owner of Allegiance Staffing based out of Houston, Texas, and Joe Ryan, owner and partner of Allegiance Staffing in Jacksonville, Florida, join David to talk about their experience working in a licensee staffing business model. Minor and Ryan share the unique perks that come with this sort of arrangement, such as fixed costs that don’t fluctuate along with revenue. They both also share the benefits of being able to exchange ideas with fellow business owners in a non-competitive environment. This episode is brought to you by Metaview. Learn more at www.metaview.ai/staffingshow.

In the newest episode of The Staffing Show, Corey Grissom, Head of Business Development at Opus Match, joins David to talk about how AI has reshaped the way staffing agencies approach their work. He talks about the services Opus Match provides, such as AI matchmaking for candidates and agencies, that allow for a tailored and more efficient experience for all parties. Corey goes on to explore some of the fears that agencies have around AI implementation and drives home his belief that a human-to-human connection will continue to be irreplaceable in the staffing and recruiting realm. This episode is brought to you by Metaview. Learn more at www.metaview.ai/staffingshow.

Chris Sund, President of Uniti Med Staffing, joins the latest episode of the Staffing Show to talk about his decade of experience in healthcare staffing. He shares some of the forward-thinking practices they have implemented, such as hour-long gratitude practices, and how these incentives have helped to attract and retain employees. Later, Sund discusses some of the ways that Uniti Med has navigated the talent shortage and digital transformation while staying true to their mission and core values. This episode is brought to you by Metaview. Learn more at www.metaview.ai/staffingshow.

On this episode of The Staffing Show, Ashley Andersen, SVP of ClearEdge Rising, joins the podcast to talk about a leadership development program specifically designed for women. She talks about the power that comes through growth in a connected community, and also how the teachings of Brené Brown have influenced her coaching practices. She also touches on how vulnerability powers true connection and how relationships are central to well-being both personally and professionally.

On this episode of The Staffing Show, Leah Bourdon, VP of Talent at ALKU, talks about the growth and exciting developments in the company over the past 12 years. She talks about the specialized focus of ALKU and how the company places consultants in specific areas including healthcare, IT, life sciences, technology and government. She also reflects on the company’s philosophy of hiring entry-level talent and her own life lessons in viewing confidence as a buildable skill.