In this episode of Lunch with Haley, Brad Bialy sits down to reflect on the biggest lessons, mindset shifts, and industry insights he gained from a transformative year in staffing, recruiting, leadership, and personal growth.
About the GuestBrad Bialy is a senior marketing strategist at Haley Marketing and the host of both Take the Stage and InSights. With seven years of podcasting and thousands of conversations with staffing leaders, he brings a rare blend of industry expertise, curiosity, and real-world experience.
Key Takeaways-
“The storm isn’t coming — it’s already here.”
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“Systems create repeatable wins.”
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“Happiness lives in the process, not the milestone.”
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“Curiosity builds relationships; pressure breaks them.”
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“Your service must live up to your story.”
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[00:27] Warming up the room and the question that sparks reflection
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[02:14] Why 2025 was a “hell of a year” for staffing
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[05:13] Inside the threats creating a perfect storm for staffing
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[13:23] Competing with Amazon, DoorDash, and Spotify
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[18:44] The happiness trap and the marathon moment
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[24:58] Topical authority and why content density wins
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[28:41] Systems over goals: the Uber ride epiphany
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[31:37] Why you’re not reaching prospects nearly enough
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[36:29] Personalized automation and the GNC postcard lesson
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[38:31] Stop selling like the ’80s
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[41:09] Stay curious: winning the relationship, not the deal
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[55:21] The Gen Z wake-up call and the danger of declining satisfaction
Brad Bialy is a trusted voice and highly sought-after speaker in the staffing and recruiting industry, known for helping firms grow through integrated marketing, sales, and recruiting strategies. With over 13 years at Haley Marketing and a proven track record guiding hundreds of firms, Brad brings deep expertise and a fresh, actionable perspective to every engagement. He’s the host of Take the Stage and InSights, two of the staffing industry’s leading podcasts with more than 200,000 downloads.
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