On Target: Sales Leaders

S2 Ep7: How to Hire and Develop Great Leaders, with Jim MacDonald


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What are the core hiring principles an ex-Amazon Sales Leader looks for when developing future leaders? 

Jim MacDonald divulges the common qualities great sellers share in common, including the lessons he’s learned working for 25+ years in the tech industry. He also talks with Alex about the importance of hiring someone who is customer obsessed.

Plus, find out the differences in the hiring mindset when it comes to startup companies and bigger organizations and how enthusiasm, self-confidence, and resilience are invaluable qualities in new hires.

 

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-macdonald-7172551/

 

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On Target: Sales LeadersBy Alex Alleyne