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How to Actually Get Hired
Who reads applications, which channel gets a reply, and what they screen for.
Why applying the normal way doesn't work
At this size (<50 people), 1stCollab has no recruiting function. Founders handle hiring alongside everything else. Reach them directly or get lost in the inbox.
Who to contact at 1stCollab
We're still mapping 1stCollab's hiring process. At this size (<50 people, B2B, Marketing), a founder or department head typically decides, but we haven't confirmed it yet.
What 1stCollab screens for
B2B, Marketing companies at typically screen for relevant experience and ability to operate autonomously — proof of work beats pedigree.
Tailor your CV to the specific 1stCollab role rather than sending a general one. Applications that mirror the language of the job description clear automated filters at a materially higher rate.
Mistakes that kill applications
Don't send the same CV you sent everywhere else. At <50 people it's obvious, and it's the fastest rejection there is.
Lead with their problem, not your ambition. 1stCollab is focused on is growing fast after their null round — show you understand that.
Most B2B, Marketing applications get ghosted. A day-five follow-up can double your response rate.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to 1stCollab?
Through the roles on our 1stCollab jobs page, or directly to a founder or department head if you can reach them. At <50 people, direct outreach outperforms the form.
Does 1stCollab respond to cold emails?
We haven't verified response rates at 1stCollab yet.
Who is the hiring manager at 1stCollab?
At this size, hiring is usually run by a founder or department head.
How competitive is it to get hired at 1stCollab?
Roles at <50-person B2B, Marketing companies typically draw 50-100 applicants in the first two weeks. Applying inside 72 hours of a posting going live is the single biggest lever you control.
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