cover of episode 262 (Lead) How Gong's CRO Hires Top Talent: Mastering Interview Tactics (Shane Evans, Gong)

262 (Lead) How Gong's CRO Hires Top Talent: Mastering Interview Tactics (Shane Evans, Gong)

2024/11/7
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30 Minutes to President's Club | No-Nonsense Sales

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ACTIONABLE TAKEAWAYS:

- Ask About Interview Prep: Ask candidates, “What did you do to prepare?” to gauge their commitment and thoughtfulness.

- Challenge in Final Interviews: Address yellow flags, past successes, and expected challenges to identify high performers.

- Empower Experienced Managers in Hiring: Let senior managers make final hiring calls; stay more involved with junior managers to ensure quality.

- Standardize Key Processes: Create an 80% standardized approach for pipeline reviews, forecast calls, and one-on-ones, with 20% flexibility for personalization.

SHANES'S PATH TO PRESIDENTS CLUB:

  • Chief Revenue Officer @ Gong

  • Chief Revenue Officer @ TalkDesk

  • President @ MX

  • EVP of Sales @ Qualtrics

RESOURCES DISCUSSED: