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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
With only <50 employees, rift doesn't have dedicated recruiters. Founders review applications between running the company. The challenge isn't competition — it's visibility. Direct outreach wins.
Who to contact at rift
We haven't verified a contact route at rift yet. At <50 people in B2B, Sales, the decision-maker is almost always a founder or department head, but that's a model, not something we've confirmed. We're working on it, and members get verified contacts first.
What rift screens for
At in B2B, Sales, 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 rift. Mirror the job posting's language to get past automated screening.
Mistakes that kill applications
At <50 people, a copy-paste CV is immediately obvious. It's an instant no.
Lead with their problem, not your ambition. rift is focused on is growing fast after their null round — show you understand that.
Don't apply and wait. The median B2B, Sales application gets no response ever. One follow-up at day five roughly doubles reply rates.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to rift?
Through the roles on our rift jobs page, or directly to a founder or department head if you can reach them. At <50 people, direct outreach outperforms the form.
Does rift respond to cold emails?
We're still collecting cold email data for rift.
Who is the hiring manager at rift?
At this size, hiring is usually run by a founder or department head.
What ATS does rift use?
rift uses recruitee.
How competitive is it to get hired at rift?
<50-person B2B, Sales companies see ~50-100 applicants per role in two weeks. The 72-hour window is your advantage.
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