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Insights into the Art of Hiring and Sales with Peter Cotton
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Ever thought about the art of successful sales and recruiting? Join Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society in this conversation with Peter Cotton, the brain behind Best Sales Talent in Massachusetts. We'll explore Cotton's incredible career progression, starting from selling greeting cards as a child to being a part of a Fortune 500 company. We cover the golden era of the photofinishing industry and understand how it led to Cotton's transition into sales recruitment. Hear first-hand expert commentary on how the current job market is leaning towards candidates, and why the idea of a sales career is catching the fancy of the younger generation.
Cotton shares essential interviewing techniques for employers. He discusses the importance of a detailed job description, the pitfalls of personality-based hiring decisions, and the drawbacks of DIY recruitment processes. Gain insights into the anatomy of a successful salesperson and find out why most upper-level job opportunities aren't listed anywhere. Tune in to our enlightening conversation with Peter Cotton, as he offers invaluable insights into sales recruitment and the ever-evolving job market
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Hosted and produced by Gary Pageau
Edited by Olivia Pageau
Announcer: Erin Manning
Chapters
1. Insights into the Art of Hiring and Sales with Peter Cotton (00:00:00)
2. Sales Recruitment in Photography Industry (00:00:02)
3. Interviewing Techniques for Employers and Candidates (00:09:33)
4. Traits of Successful Salespeople and Hiring (00:17:24)
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