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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
telli 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 telli
Contact route not yet verified for telli. For a <50-person B2B company, expect a founder or department head to make the call — but this is a model, not confirmed data.
What telli screens for
For a B2B company, expect them to prioritize relevant experience and ability to operate autonomously over credentials.
Customize your CV for the telli role. Matching the job description language helps clear ATS filters.
Mistakes that kill applications
A recycled CV gets rejected fast at telli (<50 people). They notice.
Don't open with what you want. Open with what telli is dealing with right now — is growing fast after their null round, and what you'd do about it.
The wait-and-hope strategy fails. Follow up on day five — response rates roughly double.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to telli?
Through the roles on our telli jobs page, or directly to a founder or department head if you can reach them. At <50 people, direct outreach outperforms the form.
Does telli respond to cold emails?
Not enough data yet on telli's cold email response rates.
Who is the hiring manager at telli?
At this size, hiring is usually run by a founder or department head.
What ATS does telli use?
telli uses Ashby.
How competitive is it to get hired at telli?
Typical applicant count for B2B roles (<50 people): 50-100 in two weeks. Apply fast.
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