Ask HN: Where to find Sales people?
Simple question, complex answer. We have a product, pricing structure, and product documentation, but no one to sell it. Has anyone been able to find an amazing sales person and how did you find them?
Also like finding a great hacker, finding a great sales rep is challenging. A great sales person for your business is probably already in your industry and may be working for one of your competitors. To find them you have to go to the networking events and/or trade shows - go to the places they try to find customers. Or depending on your industry you might be able to call a purchaser of one of your larger prospect customers and ask them who they think are the good sales people - the purchasers know, they deal with (Or avoid) sales people all the time.
Think about your selling strategy. Are you cold calling, sending mail-outs, or arranging face-to-face meetings with clients? Each requires different sales skills (persuasiveness and the ability to bounce-back from rejection, marketing sense, and charisma, respectively.)