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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
Deako is <50 people. No recruiter, no HR. Your application goes to a founder juggling everything. Cold outreach is how you actually get seen.
Who to contact at Deako
Contact route not yet verified for Deako. For a <50-person Consumer, Home and Personal company, expect a founder or department head to make the call — but this is a model, not confirmed data.
What Deako screens for
For a Consumer, Home and Personal company, expect them to prioritize relevant experience and ability to operate autonomously over credentials.
A tailored CV beats a generic one. Use Deako's job description language to clear filters.
Mistakes that kill applications
Generic CVs stand out at a <50-person company — and not in a good way. Fastest path to rejection.
Don't open with what you want. Open with what Deako is dealing with right now — is growing fast after their null round, and what you'd do about it.
Applying and waiting = silence. Follow up at day five — it roughly doubles your odds of a reply.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to Deako?
Through the roles on our Deako jobs page, or directly to a founder or department head if you can reach them. At <50 people, direct outreach outperforms the form.
Does Deako respond to cold emails?
Response rate data for Deako not yet confirmed.
Who is the hiring manager at Deako?
At this size, hiring is usually run by a founder or department head.
What ATS does Deako use?
Deako uses breezy.
How competitive is it to get hired at Deako?
Typical applicant count for Consumer, Home and Personal roles (<50 people): 50-100 in two weeks. Apply fast.
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