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Author: Jennifer Roeslmeier Mikels

Ultra-Staff EDGE Named a High Performer in the G2 Winter 2025 Report by Real Users on G2

By Jennifer Roeslmeier Mikels

January 8, 2025

Automated Business Designs is proud to announce that Ultra-Staff EDGE has been named a High Performer in Staffing, Applicant Tracking System, OnBoarding, CRM, and Candidate Relationship Management by G2, the world’s largest and most trusted software marketplace. In addition to these accolades, Ultra-Staff EDGE earned 8 additional awards in the G2 Winter Reports, including High Performer … Continued

How to Keep Your Staffing New Year’s Resolutions

By Jennifer Roeslmeier Mikels

January 7, 2025

As we enter a new year, you may be setting individual and team goals for 2025. While goals can be set at any time, the new year is a quintessential time for New Year’s resolutions- new year, new you, new business goals. Did you know though that only 9% of Americans that make resolutions complete … Continued

It’s a Wonderful Staffing Life

By Jennifer Roeslmeier Mikels

December 4, 2024

Marketing Your Value and Planning for 2025 The holiday season is in full swing! It’s the time of year for holiday shopping, cookie baking, singing carols, and embarking in your favorite holiday traditions. It’s also the time of year to watch some of your favorite holiday movies. One of my favorites is It’s a Wonderful … Continued

Episode 5: Dan Mori Discusses Top Staffing Sales Challenges and Selling Your Value

By Jennifer Roeslmeier Mikels

November 25, 2024

Episode Overview In this episode of the Staffing Buzz Network, brought by Ultra-Staff EDGE, host Bob Pettke chats with industry expert Dan Mori about overcoming challenges in staffing sales and the critical role of understanding a unique value proposition. Through engaging discussions and practical examples, they explore strategies for positioning staffing solutions effectively, whether competing on … Continued

Episode 3: Cathi Canfield, SIA Top 150 Women in Staffing, Discusses State of the Hourly Worker

By Jennifer Roeslmeier Mikels

November 25, 2024

Episode Overview Ultra-Staff EDGE brings to you the Staffing Buzz Network, where host Bob Pettke chats with Cathi Canfield, VP of Enterprise Transformation at Employbridge, the largest light industrial staffing company in North America. They discuss Cathi’s recognition in the 2023 Global Power 150 Women in Staffing list, her insights on workforce trends, and Employbridge’s “Voice … Continued

Episode 14: Keynote Speaker Gabrielle Bosché Discusses Purpose and the Upcoming Midwest Executives Retreat

By Jennifer Roeslmeier Mikels

November 25, 2024

Episode Overview Ultra-Staff EDGE welcomes Gabrielle Bosché, renowned author, speaker, and co-founder of The Purpose Company, to discuss the transformative impact of finding and living one’s purpose. Gabrielle dives into her unique, science-backed, four-step approach—developed with her husband, Brian—that helps individuals identify their purpose. You can attend the upcoming Midwest Staffing Owners and Executive Conference on … Continued

Episode 2: Mike Jacoutot Discusses Staffing Post-Covid, Utilizing AI for Staffing Success, and 2024 Preparation

By Jennifer Roeslmeier Mikels

November 25, 2024

Episode Overview Ultra-Staff EDGE, Bob Pettke interviews Mike Jacoutot of Butler Street, diving into Mike’s extensive experience in staffing and his insights on blending AI with emotional intelligence to enhance client and talent relationships. Together, they discuss key industry shifts, including post-COVID sales strategies, the growing role of technology, and why discipline and resilience remain central … Continued

Searching for New Business? 5 Unique Client Searches to be Thankful For in Your ATS

By Jennifer Roeslmeier Mikels

November 20, 2024

Searching for new business can be time consuming, yet it is essential for business growth. Did you know you can take advantage of several searches in your ATS to find prospective clients?  By taking advantage of these 5 unique searches in your ATS, you can discover new customers and re-engage with former customers. This thanksgiving … Continued

Ultra-Staff EDGE JOBS Named Best Employee Engagement Solution and Product of the Year in the 2024 Stevie® Awards Program

By Jennifer Roeslmeier Mikels

October 9, 2024

CHICAGO, Illinois– The Ultra-Staff EDGE JOBS candidate mobile app, developed by Automated Business Designs, was honored with two Stevie® Awards in the 2024 Stevie Awards Program. Ultra-Staff EDGE JOBS has been named the winner of a Gold Stevie® for Best Employee Engagement Solution in the ninth annual Stevie® Awards for Great Employers. Ultra-Staff EDGE JOBS was … Continued