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Brad Bialy | Director of Digital Marketing
Hey there, it’s Brad Bialy. I’m taking over this week’s issue of SMART Ideas Weekly to tell you about our newest episode of Take the Stage featuring Barry Asin.
Spoiler Alert: To line up with the release of this issue, we dropped this podcast episode early on YouTube. It’ll be live on all podcast players first-thing Monday morning.
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Watch the interview with Barry Asin
If you’re looking for insights on where our industry is headed, from the one of the industry’s top analysts, this episode is a must-listen.
Key Takeaways from the Episode:
✅ Industry Growth & Stabilization: Staffing is projected to grow by 5% in 2025, with signs of stabilization across key verticals. Healthcare has struggled but is showing signs of recovery. IT staffing continues to evolve, with AI playing a larger role.
✅ Election Year Impact: While there’s no consistent historical trend, 2025’s expected growth is tied to reduced uncertainty post-election. With policy changes on the horizon, firms should stay agile.
✅ AI: Threat or Opportunity? AI is transforming staffing—but not eliminating the need for recruiters. As Barry puts it, “The industry has survived job boards, VMS, and self-service platforms. AI is just the next wave.” The best firms won’t resist it—they’ll master it.
✅ Growth Mindset & Leadership: The most successful staffing firms embrace change. They don’t wait for opportunities—they create them. Leaders who cultivate a high-performance culture and adaptability will thrive.
✅ Threats to the Industry:
- Short-term: Economic volatility, lingering effects from the pandemic, and potential policy changes like tariffs.
- Long-term: The rise of tech-driven staffing platforms, increased demand for speed and transparency, and evolving client expectations.
✅ Competing with the Giants: Mid-size and small firms can’t outspend billion-dollar competitors on tech, but they can out-niche them. The key is identifying what you do better than anyone else and leaning into it.
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