The Journey of Continuous Improvement in Sales and Endurance Training

Many staffing firms have sales teams, but not all are truly high-performing. If you're wondering what separates elite sales teams from the rest, this episode has the expert advice you need to improve your current processes and sales tactics.

This information will result in immediate revenue—it's worth the listen. Joey Frampus, Managing Director at Butler Street, shares proven strategies that high-performing sales organizations use to dominate their industries.

Learn how top staffing firms surpass $100M in revenue, why AI is a game-changer in sales, and how endurance sports shaped Joey’s approach to sales success.

This episode should inspire you to look up high-performing sales teams and implement winning strategies for 2025.

Some of the biggest takeaways include:

✅ Who drives sales strategy—leadership or reps?

✅ How to build a high-performing sales culture

✅ The biggest mistakes sales teams make in 2025

✅ What elite staffing firms do differently to break $100M in revenue

✅ The AI revolution in sales—will AI replace recruiters?

✅ The mental game of sales—overcoming self-limiting beliefs Whether you're a sales leader, recruiter, or rep looking to sharpen your skills, this conversation with Joey Frampus will change the way you think about sales performance.

Episode Chapters & Timestamps

[00:01] - What separates top-performing sales teams?

[00:38] - Who drives sales strategy—leadership or sales reps?

[01:26] - How to create a high-performing sales culture

[02:07] - Biggest mistakes staffing firms make in 2025

[04:32] - The $100M revenue threshold—what elite firms do differently

[06:40] - How to capture more market share from existing customers

[09:55] - How AI is transforming the sales process

[15:21] - Could AI replace recruiters?

[18:51] - Why AI frees up sales reps to do what they do best

[20:37] - Lessons from endurance sports that apply to sales

[27:31] - The mental game: overcoming self-limiting beliefs in sales

[30:18] - The power of identity shifts in sales & athletics

[32:14] - Joey’s background & Butler Street’s mission

[34:06] - Rapid fire: Books, advice, and sales wisdom

About the Speakers

Brad Bialy has a deep passion for helping staffing and recruiting firms achieve their business objectives through strategic digital marketing. For over a decade, Brad has developed a proven track record of motivating and educating staffing industry professionals at over 100 industry-specific conferences and webinars. As a visionary leader, Brad has helped guide the comprehensive marketing strategy of more than 300 staffing and recruiting firms. His keen eye for strategy and delivery has resulted in multiple industry award-winning social media campaigns, making him a sought-after expert and speaker in the industry.

Joey Frampus, Managing Director at Butler Street, brings 12+ years of experience in the staffing industry, covering a broad spectrum from recruiting and operations to sales and leadership. He has led sales offices across the country, but his true passion lies in personal and professional leadership development. Prior to joining Butler Street, Joey carved out a significant career path that took him from one of the largest staffing firms in the United States to pivotal roles in a dynamic startup environment. This journey has endowed him with a unique blend of insights into both the operational complexities of large-scale organizations and the agile, innovative strategies essential for startup success. His experience spans across diverse markets, from St. Louis, Detroit, and Dallas to Atlanta and Chicago, offering him a well-rounded perspective on the staffing industry's varied landscapes. Originally from Washington D.C., Joey is a Graduate of Saint Louis University where he was a Division I Athlete. Now a full time Chicago resident Joey is an aspiring Chicago Marathoner, a devotee of Chicago's vibrant food scene, and a proud new dog dad.