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.

Brad 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.

“The storm isn’t coming — it’s already here.”

“Systems create repeatable wins.”

“Happiness lives in the process, not the milestone.”

“Curiosity builds relationships; pressure breaks them.”

“Your service must live up to your story.”

[00:27] Warming up the room and the question that sparks reflection

[02:14] Why 2025 was a “hell of a year” for staffing

[05:13] Inside the threats creating a perfect storm for staffing

[13:23] Competing with Amazon, DoorDash, and Spotify

[18:44] The happiness trap and the marathon moment

[24:58] Topical authority and why content density wins

[28:41] Systems over goals: the Uber ride epiphany

[31:37] Why you’re not reaching prospects nearly enough

[36:29] Personalized automation and the GNC postcard lesson

[38:31] Stop selling like the ’80s

[41:09] Stay curious: winning the relationship, not the deal

[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.