In episode #765, Eric and Neil discuss how to find the best marketing talent. Tune in to hear how you can find young, motivated workers. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [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! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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