The Challenges of Selling Agency Services: Insights from Lissa Blackaby Forsterer
Unlock the secrets to successful agency sales with expert advice from Lissa Blackaby Forsterer. Discover the unique challenges agency leaders face when selling their services and gain valuable insights on building trust, nurturing relationships, and striking the right balance in staying connected. Maximize your agency's growth potential with proven strategies.
Slump Busting - Navigating a Sales Slump with Motivation and Action
Discover effective strategies to stay motivated and overcome sales slumps. Learn how to navigate challenges and maintain resilience for long-term success.
Career Progression in Sales: Moving into Leadership or Enterprise Sales?
Are you torn between taking a leadership role or pursuing Enterprise sales? SalesFirst Recruiting can help you make an informed decision based on your strengths, aspirations, and preferences. Explore the unique opportunities for growth and development in both paths.
Overcome Sales Call Reluctance and Boost Your Confidence
Discover effective strategies to overcome sales call reluctance and boost your confidence as a salesperson. Learn how to understand the root causes of fear, adopt a positive mindset, and develop essential skills to achieve your sales goals.
How to Become a Better Sales Leader with the 5 Levels of Leadership by John Maxwell
Explore John Maxwell's renowned book, "The 5 Levels of Leadership," and discover how to apply its principles to your sales leadership role. From building trust to achieving top sales goals, this guide will help you advance in your sales leadership journey.
How to Gain Sales Experience During Your Summer Break
Discover different options for gaining sales experience during your summer break as a college student. From internships to door-to-door prospecting jobs, retail sales positions, fundraising, and entrepreneurial ventures, learn how each opportunity can develop your communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, and give you an edge in any career path.
Mastering the Art of Networking: Insights from Kent Lewis and his First-Class Approach
Discover the Art of Effective Networking with pdxMindShare founder Kent Lewis. Gain insights and strategies to network authentically, create valuable relationships, and achieve your career goals.
How to Properly Resign from Your Job
Learn how to resign your job without burning bridges. Follow SalesFirst Recruiting's simple tips to preserve your reputation and network for future opportunities.
How to Avoid Being a Wallflower and Network with Authenticity
Learn how to network with confidence and ease by following these tips on being authentic, curious, and generous. Don’t miss out on opportunities to connect with others and grow your career.
Are Tech Sales Jobs on the verge of returning?
Learn why SalesFirst Recruiting believes that tech sales is poised for its triumphant return in 2023.
The Suit: From Status to Subservience
It’s official. The suit is all but dead. It’s time to learn how to create a professional look without relying on a suit.
The Art of Storytelling in your PowerPoint Presentation
As a salesperson, it's not enough to simply present data and statistics. Learn how to use narrative and storytelling to create a compelling story that resonates with your audience. Discover the dos and don'ts of creating a powerful PowerPoint presentation that leaves a lasting impact.
SalesFirst Recruiting Moves Headquarters to Tigard, Oregon
SalesFirst Recruiting, a leading recruitment firm, in the Portland metro area, announced today that they have relocated their headquarters from Portland, Oregon to Tigard, Oregon.
Negotiating 101
Don't go into your next negotiation without a plan. Here's how to create a strategy that will help you get what you want.
The Importance of Growing into a Specialized Sales Professional
Unsure of the best way to grow your sales career? Here's why specializing in one area is so important.
Why we use the CVI at SalesFirst Recruiting
The Core Values Index is a powerful tool that helps employers find the right people for their team. Learn more about how it works and why SalesFirst Recruiting relies on it to make successful hires.
Avoid Getting Ghosted By a Hiring Manager: Part 2 of 2
No one likes getting ghosted, especially when it comes to job hunting. Make sure you don't become a statistic by using these tips!
The Myth of the One-Page Resume
A resume is a living document that should be tailored to the specific job you are applying for and updated regularly. Contrary to popular belief, there is no magic number of pages for a resume - it should only be as long as it needs to be to effectively communicate your skills. Read below to find out more.
Why we recommend retained search for Sales Leadership roles
We love contingent search. But retained search might be a better fit for your open leadership role…
A Jobseeker’s Guide to Finding a Good Recruiter
Dan Morris from SalesFirst Recruiting shares important tips on picking the right recruiter.

