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7 Steps to Hire the Ideal Sales Talent

Chris Kardaras

We're in a challenging hiring market. Finding the ideal candidate can seem like a stroke of luck. Most of the good ones aren't actively searching for a new job. But that doesn't mean they're unreachable. A proactive approach can make all the difference in snagging these high-quality candidates. But if you go about it the wrong way — like many companies and agencies do — you won't be able to pique their interest. In this article, we look at practical ways to capture the attention of these candidates. It starts with finding them where they are, crafting an attractive message…

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