What 15 Years of Sales Recruitment has taught me about Salespeople

As a recruiter with 15 years of experience in the sales recruitment sector, I have learnt a tremendous amount about what makes a great salesperson.   I have meet with, interviewed, placed, and built long standing friendships with Salespeople who have sold in every industry imaginable. And it is fair to say that I have…

Has Covid given the final death nail to suits for business attire?

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a lasting effect on the way we work. As companies around the world have adopted remote working, the business attire we were once accustomed to has changed drastically. The days of wearing a suit and tie to the office are slowly fading away, with more employers and employees favouring more…

ISS Ltd – The Recruitment Agency which specializes in placing Sales & Nursing Staff in Medical Sales & Support roles.

At Independent Search Solutions Ltd we work with a range of Medical Device, Medical Equipment and Pharmaceutical Firms to find Sales Rep’s, Clinical Support Staff and a range of other customer-facing roles. For some time I have been working with these companies convincing them that there is a wealth of great talent out there who want to…

The Medical Device Industry, Ireland. The battle for Talent.

The Medical Device Industry in Ireland is growing rapidly and is set to continue to flourish over the next 20 years. Ireland is fast becoming a hub for medical device companies due to its highly educated workforce, competitive tax incentives and world-class infrastructure.   In recent years, Ireland has seen a huge increase in medical…

The power of Sport and Recruitment

There is a reason that we all see Charity Runs and other Sporting Posts on LinkedIn on a regular basis, the Link between Sport and Business is undeniable, but has its links to Recruitment ever been fully understood?   If you want to measure how important your Sporting background is too you in getting a…

We Need to Speed Up the Recruitment Process

The recruitment process is a challenging one; it can be extremely draining on your resources, energy, and time. The longer the process takes, the more it costs the company, as well as makes the process more frustrating for everyone involved.   When it comes to the recruitment process, time is of the essence. Having a…

ISS Ltd – Esprit de corps and Talent Acquisition

If 14 years in recruitment has taught me anything no one changes job for less money, and everyone changes job because of their current boss / team.   How much any factor plays in your decision to move is always specific to you; but if you have been recruiting as long as me you start…

HR Managers: The Perfect PSL

As we get closer and closer to Year End it is time to reflect and consider plans for 2017. As the recent election in the US and Brexit in the UK has shown the only certainty is uncertainty, and being prepared is your best defense. With this in mind; I have some ideas I would…

ISS Ltd – The death of the Land Line

Independent Search Solutions Ltd – Recruitment Agency placing Sales & Engineering staff across the Irish & UK Market I recently had a discussion with a good friend of mine and someone who has often been ahead of the curve on Technological Developments in our industry. And it struck me that my job involves me constantly…