In episode #765, Eric and Neil discuss how to find the best marketing talent. Tune in to hear how you can find young, motivated workers.
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- [00:27] Today’s Topic: How to Find the Best Young Marketing Talent
- [00:37] Eric’s interns have always been great.
- [01:06] Singlegrain often uses Angellist to find the best people.
- [01:31] It is important to have a hiring process.
- [01:58] You can find young talent via blogging and social sites, but the best way to find great talent is to have interns.
- [02:20] Neil’s company looks for interns who really want a career in marketing.
- [02:30] They train them to grow with the company.
- [02:52] When you get them young, they aren’t jaded.
- [03:30] Be a “T-Shaped” marketer.
- [04:18] If you want people who are “up to speed”, look for people who did internships at other marketing agencies.
- [04:42] Most agencies won’t hire their interns.
- [05:08] Pay your interns!
- [05:18] By paying interns, you set a good precedent.
- [05:30] That’s it for today!
- [05:34] Go to Singlegrain.com/Giveway for a special marketing tool giveaway!
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