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.

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20th March 2023

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

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6th March 2023

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

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10th February 2023

5 Top Tips for Standing Out and Attracting the Right Sales Candidates

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

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18th January 2023

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

16th January 2023

January 2023 Monthly Recruitment Insights

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16th December 2022

Dec Monthly Recruitment Insights – Optimism for 2023

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10th November 2022

Founders Monthly Newsletter – Confidence drops but the need for people remains high

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30th October 2022

Yes, you can land a role with zero experience, and here is how!