OK13: How to bring top-tier SDR talent and build future leaders - Dave Wilkins, ​Founder of Saleswise, & of the SDR Leaders of EMEA community

Episode notes

⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the Outbound Kitchen newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ --- Ask: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Submit your questions here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (anonymous) --- Chef's specials: ​How to attract the best SDRs (and what traits to look for) ​Spotting Future Leaders early ​Developing those leaders to drive your team forward Dave emphasizes looking beyond traditional qualifications to focus on intangible traits like resilience, adaptability, and communication skills. We also highlight the importance of identifying leadership potential early and providing mentorship and development opportunities. Dave suggests that SDRs should have closing experience before moving into leadership roles to gain credibility with sales teams. --- Who is Dave Wilkins? ​Founder of Saleswise ​Creator of the SDR Leaders of EMEA community. Connect with Dave: On LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Join the SDR leaders of EMEA community: Join the SDR Leaders of USA community: --- When you're ready ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠‍ Want to work with me?