Building a sales team from the ground up for Salonkee

Salonkee, a Luxembourg-based provider of a salon management solution and booking platform for the hair and beauty industry.
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September 25, 2023 2 min read

In the world of startups and scale-ups, hiring top talent is often a make-or-break endeavor. Finding the right people with the right skills, attitude, and passion can be a daunting task. That's where agencies like Owlie Jobs come in, bridging the gap between promising companies and exceptional talent. In this blog post, we'll explore the success story of Owlie Jobs and their remarkable achievement in helping Salonkee hire 8 business developers, a City Manager and a Head of Sales within a mere 3 months.

The Challenge: Scaling Up at Salonkee

Salonkee, a fast-growing tech-enabled salon management platform, was in the midst of an exciting phase of expansion. The company had ambitious goals and needed to rapidly scale its team, particularly in the business development department. Salonkee recognized that hiring experienced and motivated business developers was crucial to achieving their growth targets, but they faced a common dilemma: how to find the right candidates swiftly without compromising on quality.

The Solution: Partnering with Owlie Jobs

This is where Owlie Jobs entered the picture. Owlie Jobs is an agency renowned for its ability to identify and connect startups and scale-ups with exceptional talent. With a deep understanding of the unique hiring needs of such companies, Owlie Jobs set out to help Salonkee overcome their hiring challenges.

Tailored Recruitment Strategy: Owlie Jobs began by working closely with Salonkee's HR team to develop a tailored recruitment strategy. This involved a comprehensive analysis of the company's culture, values, and specific requirements for the business development roles.

Streamlined Candidate Sourcing: Leveraging their extensive network and industry expertise, Owlie Jobs swiftly sourced a pool of highly qualified candidates. This was achieved through a combination of traditional recruitment methods, cutting-edge technology, and a keen eye for talent.

Effective Screening and Assessment: Owlie Jobs conducted rigorous screening and assessment processes to ensure that each candidate not only had the requisite skills but also aligned with Salonkee's values and vision. This step was vital in maintaining the quality of hires.

Efficient Interview Coordination: Coordinating interviews can be a time-consuming task. Owlie Jobs took this burden off Salonkee's shoulders, managing the scheduling and logistics of the interview process, allowing Salonkee to focus on assessing candidate fit.

Onboarding Support: Owlie Jobs continued their support beyond the hiring process by assisting with the onboarding of the new business developers, ensuring a smooth transition into Salonkee's team.

The Result: 8 Business Developers in 3 Months

Thanks to the collaborative efforts of Salonkee and Owlie Jobs, Salonkee was able to hire 8 exceptional business developers within just 3 months. These new team members brought valuable skills, fresh perspectives, and an unwavering commitment to Salonkee's mission.

The Impact: Accelerating Growth

Salonkee's decision to partner with Owlie Jobs not only met their immediate hiring needs but also had a profound impact on their growth trajectory. With a strengthened business development team in place, Salonkee was better equipped to pursue new opportunities, expand their customer base, and drive revenue growth.

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