5 Reasons to Hire Salespeople Outside Your Industry
It’s a common misconception that the most cost-effective and efficient way to find top talent is to hire from within the same industry. Less ramp-up time, industry knowledge and predictability are all valid reasons to consider industry reps, but it may also cost you more time, effort and money in the
How to Find a Content Marketing Hire To Fit Your Needs
Content marketers are in demand, but not always so easy to find. According to a recent report from The Creative Group, 27% of respondents say they expect to fill content marketing positions in 2016, making it the most in demand creative marketing job. But over half of the respondents (58%)
4 Soft Skills to Look For When Hiring a New Employee
Hiring a new employee is a complex process. The candidate needs to have the skills required to perform the job, the right experience level, and fit the minimum requirements. But when you have a pool of candidates who all meet these tangible requirements, it really comes down to the individual’s
How To Craft a Job Description to Attract the Right Level of Sales Reps
When creating a job description for a new sales position, people often struggle with how many years of experience they should require for the position. Since every sales position varies, it’s important to figure out the right amount of experience needed for each specific job. Evaluating the job duties, work
3 Ways Small Businesses Can Compete for Top Talent
It’s always a challenge for small businesses to compete against large brands for top talent. A lot of small businesses don’t have the time or internal resources to reach out to talented professionals. Oftentimes they will have one HR person, if that, who is completely strapped for time so the
How to Impress Recruiters with Your LinkedIn Profile
By now, most job seekers have figured out that LinkedIn is a valuable tool for landing a job, but not everyone has figured out what it takes to impress a recruiter. Hint: simply copying and pasting your resume onto your profile is not going to work. There are 6 main