Where have your best sales reps come from?

Talent Sourcing & Hiring

Referrals75%

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Founder | Revenue Strategy & Partnerships in Mediaa year ago

Those I trust who I know would only pass along a rockstar candidate! Referrals are so wildly important in all aspects of sales.

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