How to Find the Best Young Marketing Talent

[00:27] Today’s Topic: How to Find the Best Young Marketing Talent

[00:37] Eric’s interns have always been great.

[01:06] Singlegrain often uses Angellist to find the best people.

[01:31] It is important to have a hiring process.

[01:58] You can find young talent via blogging and social sites, but the best way to find great talent is to have interns.

[02:20] Neil’s company looks for interns who really want a career in marketing.

[02:30] They train them to grow with the company.

[02:52] When you get them young, they aren’t jaded.

[03:30] Be a “T-Shaped” marketer.

[04:18] If you want people who are “up to speed”, look for people who did internships at other marketing agencies.

[04:42] Most agencies won’t hire their interns.

[05:08] Pay your interns!

[05:18] By paying interns, you set a good precedent.

[05:30] That’s it for today!

[05:34] Go to Singlegrain.com/Giveway for a special marketing tool giveaway!

How to Find the Best Young Marketing Talent | Ep. #765