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The Benefits of Using a Specialist Recruiter to Find Talent
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The Benefits of Using a Specialist Recruiter to Find Talent

Businesses often turn to recruiters to save time and money on talent acquisition, however, a specialist recruiter offers even more significant advantages for sectors with unique skill requirements, such as technology, SaaS and FinTech.

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How Can You Optimise Your Hiring Process?
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How Can You Optimise Your Hiring Process?

Talent acquisition is a crucial component in driving organisational success. However, the traditional methods of advertising job roles, while providing broad exposure, often result in an influx of unqualified candidates. This inefficiency can be particularly detrimental when hiring for executive-level positions, where the stakes are higher, and the need for the right fit is critical.

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Scaling Your SaaS GTM Team Effectively
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Scaling Your SaaS GTM Team Effectively

Constructing a resilient Go-To-Market (GTM) team is imperative for maintaining competitiveness and fostering sustainable growth in any technology company. The GTM team is pivotal in creating strategies for reaching and engaging customers; however, scaling this team effectively can present its own challenges.

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The Power of Search Firms for Building Go-to-Market Teams 
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The Power of Search Firms for Building Go-to-Market Teams 

The Software as a Service (SaaS) industry's success hinges on more than just cutting-edge technology; it relies on the ability to build high-performing go-to-market teams that drive revenue growth and customer satisfaction.

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How Ghosting Can Impact Your Business? And The Solution
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How Ghosting Can Impact Your Business? And The Solution

Ghosting candidates or abruptly cutting off communication with them without any explanation or follow-up can have several negative impacts on a company's brand; however, research suggests that this doesn’t stop hiring managers from continuing to ghost candidates.

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What is Quiet Hiring? Business Balance and Risk
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What is Quiet Hiring? Business Balance and Risk

While quiet hiring offers several advantages, including cost savings, a potential downside is the risk of employee burnout. Here's how organisations can navigate this delicate balance:

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The Emergence of the Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer
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The Emergence of the Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer

It's not only AI companies which are expanding on the new technologies. Data shows that countless organisations are building out an AI-skilled workforce. That includes the decision to appoint or hire a chief artificial intelligence officer (CAIO). Guest contributions from Dr. Andrea Isoni, Guillaume Laport and Dan Hammond Smith.

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The Evolution of Customer Success in 2024
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The Evolution of Customer Success in 2024

It's not merely a buzzword; Customer Success is gaining a fundamental shift in how businesses approach relationships. As we delve into Gartner's predictions for 2024, it becomes increasingly evident that customer success is not just a trend but a strategic imperative for organisations across industries.

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Navigating the Age Conundrum in the Job Market
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Navigating the Age Conundrum in the Job Market

In today's competitive job market, age has become a significant factor influencing hiring decisions. There's a prevalent misconception that younger talent is preferred solely due to their high energy levels, but the underlying driver often boils down to cost-effectiveness. This bias has created a complex scenario where both younger and older professionals face challenges in securing employment opportunities that align with their expectations.

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The Financial Advantage of Fractional Hires
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The Financial Advantage of Fractional Hires

Companies constantly seek innovative solutions to streamline operations and cut costs without compromising productivity. In 2023, we witnessed drastic cost-cutting in the form of global redundancies. However, we are now seeing different strategies being increasingly adopted.

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SaaS Leaders: Think like a Venture Capitalist
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SaaS Leaders: Think like a Venture Capitalist

Written by Divisional Director, Steve Farr.

Securing investment for SaaS start-ups is a critical milestone in the dynamic landscape of technology and entrepreneurship. Recently, I conducted a poll on LinkedIn, seeking insights from venture capitalists regarding their top priorities when evaluating SaaS start-ups for investment.

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The Growth of AP Automation SaaS: How to Expand?
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The Growth of AP Automation SaaS: How to Expand?

The Accounts Payable (AP) Automation Software as a Service (SaaS) market is one sector of SaaS Oakstone has had extensive experience working in – we've hired over 200 people within and around this sector.

With projections indicating a surge from USD 6.67 billion in 2022 to USD 13.80 billion by 2029, showcasing a robust CAGR of 10.9% (source: Fortune Business Insight), this rapid expansion is fuelled by the increasing adoption of technology in AP automation processes, where 69% of professionals leverage technology for spend analysis and procure-to-pay (P2P), according to Gartner.

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Fractional Chief Revenue Officers: Strategic Growth Guidance
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Fractional Chief Revenue Officers: Strategic Growth Guidance

Fractional CROs have emerged as critical players in navigating companies through crucial growth phases.

Oakstone International are witnessing an unprecedented surge in demand for fractional CROs, marking a notable shift in how companies approach revenue generation and strategic decision-making. This surge is a direct response to the increased demand from companies seeking the unique advantages fractional CROs bring to the table and a broader shift towards a fractional way of working.

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Executive Headhunters: Who Are They, and What Do They Do?
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Executive Headhunters: Who Are They, and What Do They Do?

It is not a secret that executive leadership and talent are needed to spearhead companies’ growth and innovation. Organisations often turn to a specialised breed of professionals known as executive headhunters, recruiters or consultants in this pursuit.

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What is a SaaS Recruiter? Navigating the SaaS Recruitment Landscape
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What is a SaaS Recruiter? Navigating the SaaS Recruitment Landscape

In the ever-evolving realm of technology, Software as a Service (SaaS) has emerged as a transformative force, reshaping how businesses operate and deliver value to their customers. With this growth comes a demand for skilled professionals who can drive innovation and propel SaaS companies to new heights. This is where the pivotal role of a SaaS recruiter comes into play, acting as the linchpin between organisations and the talent pool that propels the SaaS industry forward.

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What is a C Level Recruiter? Navigating the Executive Landscape
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What is a C Level Recruiter? Navigating the Executive Landscape

These high-ranking executives are at the helm of strategic decision-making, and finding the right individuals to fill these roles is essential.

The executive search process to fill these roles is specialised to ensure the right individual is hired, minimising organisational costs and disruption.

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Exploring the Nuances of Recruitment in the FinTech Industry
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Exploring the Nuances of Recruitment in the FinTech Industry

The Fintech Control Tower has reported an astonishing number of over 26,000 FinTech companies globally. This ever-growing demand for FinTech services has attracted substantial investments in startups and promising ventures. Furthermore, recent statistics reveal that 48% of all financial industry positions require digital and technological expertise. It's no surprise that thriving FinTech companies significantly emphasise recruiting FinTech specialists to maintain their competitive edge and adapt to evolving industry trends.

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