Citrus Blog

Sales Recruitment Insights & Advice

Practical advice on sales careers, hiring, and the UK direct sales market — from a team that has been in it since 2009.

5th July 2023

A Day in the Life of Citrus Connect Founder Leena Parmar

Citrus Connect Founder Leena Parmar featured as guest speaker alongside host Liz Drury on the Small Business Big Network Podcast graphics card.

5th July 2023

Networking in Business: Why Continuous Connection Drives Long-Term Success

19th June 2023

The Need to Focus on Workplace Learning – Recruitment Insights June 2023

Leena Parmar in a black dress

6th April 2023

Monthly Recruitment Insights – April 2023 – What the budget means for recruitment

A thoughtful job seeker sitting at a desk reviewing job specifications and auditing transferable skills on a laptop.

20th March 2023

Skills vs. Experience: What’s the Difference & How to Highlight Them on Your CV

A collaborative workspace setup with a laptop, smartphone, coffee, and handwritten strategy notes on a wooden desk.

6th March 2023

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: How to Shape the Future of Workplace Culture

A diverse group of professional job applicants standing in line reviewing laptops and phones ahead of an interview.

10th February 2023

5 Tips to Attract the Right Sales Candidates to Your Team

Barry, a former Police Commander placed by Citrus Connect, smiling after building a successful £70k sales career with Secure Inheritance.

31st January 2023

In the Limelight with Barry: How a Former Police Commander Earned £70k in His First Year as a Sales Adviser

A businessman in a suit holding out an open palm illuminated by bright sunlight, representing opportunity and financial growth in a self-employed sales career.

18th January 2023

Why Choose a Self-Employed Career in Sales? Freedom, Flexibility & Uncapped Earnings