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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29th January 2025

6 Traits of a Successful Sales Professional (And How to Demonstrate Them)

REC Awards 2024 Candidate Experience of the Year shortlisted graphic.

27th November 2024

Citrus Connect Shortlisted for REC Award Candidate Experience

Recruiter Awards 2024 shortlisted badge celebrating Citrus Connect's nomination for Best Candidate Care.

27th November 2024

Citrus Connect Shortlisted for Recruiter Awards Candidate Care

Citrus Connect founder Leena Parmar smiling while discussing sales recruitment strategy.

15th November 2024

Sales Recruitment Strategy: Leena Parmar Partners with Bill Caskey

Citrus Connect founder Leena Parmar sitting at a desk with a laptop, presenting the company manifesto.

14th November 2024

The Citrus Connect Company Manifesto: Our Vision for the Future of Work

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10th October 2024

Navigating the UK Sales Landscape: A Strategic Guide to Growth

Leena Parmar looking into the distance while holding a piece of paper

20th September 2024

September Newsletter – Let’s Talk Hiring: Navigating the Current Market Together

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14th August 2024

Self-Employed Sales Roles: New Opportunities in the Gig Economy

Monthly job posting trends chart

11th July 2024

Monthly Recruitment Insights: Reflections on June, A Month of Growth and Innovation