"We will wait to hire a sales leader until we have more customers." While it may seem like a prudent approach to save resources, this strategy can have both advantages and disadvantages. Here's some thoughts as we explore what might be behind this statement and whether it's a wise decision for a growing company.
Read MoreFrequently, when speaking with startup founders, I hear the comment, “we are not ready for a sales leader.” The reasoning provided includes lack of funds (“we need to generate some revenue first”), a sequence in hiring (“we are busy hiring AEs and SDRs”), or delays in product development (“the product is not ready for primetime”).
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