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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
Ashby has an ATS (Ashby) but the real pipeline is referrals → sourced → recruiter picks → cold apps. You can still get through, but know where you stand.
Who to contact at Ashby
We haven't verified a contact route at Ashby yet. At 50-200 people in B2B, Recruiting and Talent, the decision-maker is almost always the hiring manager or department lead, but that's a model, not something we've confirmed. We're working on it, and members get verified contacts first.
What Ashby screens for
At in B2B, Recruiting and Talent, hiring bars concentrate on relevant experience and ability to operate autonomously — shipped work over credentials, and evidence you can operate without process.
Don't send a generic CV to Ashby. Mirror the job posting's language to get past automated screening.
Mistakes that kill applications
At 50-200 people, a copy-paste CV is immediately obvious. It's an instant no.
Lead with their problem, not your ambition. Ashby is focused on is growing fast after their null round — show you understand that.
Don't apply and wait. The median B2B, Recruiting and Talent application gets no response ever. One follow-up at day five roughly doubles reply rates.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to Ashby?
Through the roles on our Ashby jobs page, or directly to the hiring manager or department lead if you can reach them. At 50-200 people, direct outreach outperforms the form.
Does Ashby respond to cold emails?
We're still collecting cold email data for Ashby.
Who is the hiring manager at Ashby?
At this size, hiring is usually run by the hiring manager or department lead.
What ATS does Ashby use?
Ashby uses Ashby.
How competitive is it to get hired at Ashby?
50-200-person B2B, Recruiting and Talent companies see ~150-300 applicants per role in two weeks. The 72-hour window is your advantage.
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