The Staffing Show

AI is all the hype at the moment, and in recruitment, it’s obvious that it needs to be used, but how it should be used is not as clear. Today on The Staffing Show, we welcome the president and COO of Uniti Med and GQR Healthcare, Chris Sund, and the head of software solutions, technology, and trading at GQR Healthcare, Holly Stewart, to discuss how you can use AI to impact your business and how their new AI recruitment platform, Nebula, can help you do that.  Tuning in, you’ll hear all about what Nebula does, how it differs from other large-language models, how top-performing recruiters are using AI to save time and recruit different people who may not have otherwise been noticed, and so much more. We delve into where recruiting needs human relationships and why those areas should never be automated, before discussing how agencies can get the most out of Nebula and how they are making the adoption of this tool easier for recruiters. Finally, our guests share their thoughts on the future of agencies that make use of AI tools versus those that don’t. Thanks for listening.  

In an industry where margins are razor-thin and the average data breach costs over $10 million, staffing leaders are moving beyond “good enough” solutions to transform benefits and data security from mandatory requirements into a powerful strategic advantage. Today on The Staffing Show, David Folwell is joined by Carl Stecker, Founder and President of Benefits in a Card, and Scott Poeschl, Senior Vice President of Avionté+, to examine how staffing firms can rethink employee benefits as a strategic lever rather than a fixed expense. They discuss the risks of manual data transfers and why real-time API integration is crucial for protecting sensitive employee information. They explain how good data hygiene supports the use of AI tools while improving security and compliance. The conversation also covers why participation rates matter for staffing owners, the difference between bundled and unbundled benefit plans, and how firms that leverage benefits strategically differ from those that do not. Finally, they share practical steps firms can take to optimize benefits, reduce risk, and improve overall outcomes.

Dan Mori, founder of Staffing Mastery and the Staffing Sales Summit, advises staffing leaders on sales, leadership, and modern operations. He explains why accountability begins with leadership choices. He outlines the three gaps that break accountability and how to communicate clear vision and KPIs. He discusses hiring for ownership, practical AI adoption strategies, and creating defensible, ROI-focused staffing processes.

Dan Mori, founder of The Staffing Sales Summit and The Staffing Dashboard, is a staffing sales leader focused on AI adoption and practical sales training. He discusses AI disruption and how buyers and employers are reshaping competition. He warns about overreliance on AI, highlights human-in-the-loop recruiting, and previews practical, no-fluff sessions on sales strategy, client pruning, and building trained AI agents.

Recruitment for travel nursing is incredibly niche, and today on The Staffing Show, we are joined by the founder and CEO of Wayward Medical Staffing, Jordan Tallman, to discuss his incredible healthcare staffing agency and to hear his expertise in this field. Tuning in, you’ll hear all about Jordan’s career, what led him to the staffing industry, what makes Wayward Medical Staffing so unique, and so much more! We delve into their approach to AI, technology, brand building, and content strategies before discussing what works when it comes to sourcing. Jordan also explains his strategy of giving and shares some insight into what nursing staff think of healthcare staffing agencies. Finally, Jordan answers our rapid-fire questions. To hear all this and more, be sure to press play now! 

What if you could own a staffing business without signing a long-term lease, hiring a full team on day one, or pouring most of your net worth into the unknown? In this episode of The Staffing Show, we sit down with Cary Daniel, Co-Founder and CEO of NEXTAFF, to explore how the franchise model in staffing is being completely reimagined for the modern market. In our conversation, Cary shares how he was “coerced” into staffing back in the 90s, how he built and sold his first multi-office firm, and how he went on to launch NEXTAFF and grow it into a multi-vertical staffing franchise. He explains how the industry has evolved from traditional territory-based franchising, what’s broken in the classic staffing franchise playbook, and how NEXTAFF’s virtual model dramatically lowers startup costs and risk. We explore why many recruiters and sales pros are now choosing franchising, the gaps in exit opportunities for mid-sized agencies, and how owners can shift into semi-absentee roles while promoting their number-two leaders. We also delve into how NEXTAFF is leveraging AI agents, what Cary thinks is overhyped about AI-driven hiring, and why humanoid robots could become part of the future staffing mix. Tune in now!

Steve Beebe, COO of WSI, with extensive staffing experience, explores a fresh approach to recruitment. He discusses the significance of data transparency in fostering client trust and how storytelling can transform employer branding. Beebe shares insights on moving beyond traditional job boards to improve retention and the role of AI in their operations. He emphasizes monthly client collaboration to enhance workforce stability and discusses the importance of in-house marketing teams. Tune in for practical advice on deepening client relationships and enhancing the candidate experience!

Kyle Hartman, Director of Operations at Hardhat Workforce Solutions, shares his journey from finance to family business. He discusses Hardhat's origins and resilient growth strategies amid challenges. Hartman emphasizes the importance of balancing automation with human connection, as well as transparent communication to build trust with clients. He highlights the role of business intelligence for data-driven decision-making and the significance of prioritizing quality in candidate sourcing. Lastly, he reflects on maintaining local culture while scaling operations nationally.