I caught you!! 

What are you doing reading my "about" section??

Now this can go one of two ways.

1) you can move along with your LinkedIn stalking and check out more profiles

2) you can hit the connect or DM button and make a genuine connection

Fingers crossed it's the latter. 

If you want to learn about sales, entrepreneurship and general business lessons, that's what I'm here for.

I had a sales career for 10+ years going through all the ups and downs of the corporate world. 

More downs than ups if I'm being honest. 

Now I'm a Solo Founder building a highly profitable business to support myself and my family, sharing the wins, losses and learnings along the way.

Thanks for checking out my profile and I look forward to building that genuine connection. 

Have a great day!!

Daniel Seligman

🌍 I've never shared this story publicly before…

Why does South Africa mean so much to me?

Some of you might know this already but I thought it was time I shared it with the rest of my network.

I was born and raised in Toronto, Canada. 

But my family's story started somewhere very different…

A small town outside of Cape Town, South Africa called Worcester 🇿🇦

My family emigrated to Canada in the 80s. Right befor the end of the Apartheid. 

We traded braais for barbecues, sunshine for snowstorms… and let’s just say adjusting to Canadian winters without rugby or cricket on TV was a shock 😅

But in our house?

We were always rooting for the Springboks
Eating Biltong
Barbecuing Boerewors

And South African roots ran deep.

Now here’s the crazy part…

I didn’t start Talently because of this connection.

The fact that we focus on hiring incredible South African talent was honestly a total coincidence.

But it’s become something much deeper, a mission I care about on a personal level.

🇿🇦 South Africa has some of the most talented people I’ve ever worked with but unfortunately, one of the highest youth unemployment rates in the world.

So every job we bring back to South Africa helps change someone’s life.

Not just with a paycheck but with stability, dignity, and a shot at a brighter future.

That’s why I do this.

That’s why this work matters.

And that’s why I’m proud that Talently gets to play a small role in supporting the country that raised my family.

Let’s keep going.

$2,000/m for a full-time hire in South Africa (Sales, Marketing, Finance and Support)

Just a few notes and thoughts on why you should be thinking about making your next hire in South Africa.

Wanna learn more? Book a call with me directly -  https://lnkd.in/gqW2PXkK

I wish more people knew you can hire incredible overseas talent for $2,500/month.

And I don’t mean “cheap labor.”
 
I mean experienced, driven professionals who can make a real impact.

There’s a misconception that global talent is only a fit for entry-level or task-based roles.
 
But I’ve seen Account Managers, Project Leads, and even Ops hires come in and immediately level up the team.

They communicate clearly.
 
They solve problems without being asked.
 
They understand how to work async and across time zones.

What often gets overlooked is this:

• Talent is everywhere
• Great work is not limited by geography
• Salary expectations vary globally, but quality doesn't have to

The companies that are winning today are the ones that have stopped hiring based on location and started hiring based on capability.

It’s not about cutting corners.
 
It’s about widening the lens and rethinking what’s possible.

There’s a much bigger talent pool out there than most teams realize.
 
And the best hires aren’t always sitting in your city.

 if you want to hire your next incredible employee, DM me, and we will make sure to take care of you Talently

🚨 Hiring an Executive Assistant? You’ll want to see this. 🚨

I’m working with an incredible EA who’s available immediately and comes highly recommended.

Here’s the rundown:

✅ $2,000/month USD (Full-Time)
✅ Available to work EST hours
✅ Based in Cape Town, South Africa
✅ 5+ years of experience supporting C-level executives
✅ Calendar management, travel coordination, inbox zero—handled
✅ Discreet, proactive, and highly organized

If you're looking for someone who can truly be a right hand to your leadership team, comment below or send me a DM.

I’ll share her resume, intro video, and LinkedIn profile.

She won’t be on the market long.

Who says screen time can’t be productive?

My 5-year-old son needed help with math, but worksheets weren't cutting it. 

I had an idea: 

What if I made him a video game?

Thanks to AI, I didn't need a dev team or a budget. 

I just needed a prompt + Claude.

30 minutes later: 

✅ "Math Raceway" was live. 
✅ Custom levels. 
✅ Progress tracking. 
✅ One very happy 5-year-old.

We are living in a moment where the distance between imagination and creation is almost zero. 

The opportunities are endless you just need to embrace the tools available to you.

Stop watching from the sidelines. 

Use AI to improve your work, your hobbies, and yes, even your parenting.

If I were job hunting today with zero connections, here’s exactly what I’d do…

No warm intros.
No referrals.
No shortcuts.

Just a cold start and a clear playbook.

Here’s the approach:

1️⃣ Find
 Get laser focused on who you want to work with.
 → 10–20 companies you genuinely admire
 → Hiring managers or team leads on LinkedIn
 → Roles that actually match your skills
Skip the “spray and pray.” Be intentional.

2️⃣ Approach
 Don’t just hit “Apply.” Stand out.
 → Connect on LinkedIn with a short, specific note
 → Engage with their posts (real comments, not “Great post!”)
 → Send a personalized message showing how you can help
You’re not asking for a job—you’re starting a conversation.

3️⃣ Differentiate
 This is where 99% of job seekers fall flat.
 → Create a 60-second video explaining why you’re interested
 → Build a one-pager showing how you’d add value in the role
 → Share proof of work—case studies, mock projects, even a Loom walkthrough

Resumes are passive.
 
This is active. Strategic. Memorable.

Would it take more effort?
 
Yes.

But would it get me hired faster?
 
Also yes.

If you're job searching right now, don't just follow the herd.
 
Build a strategy that actually gets attention and earns opportunities.

If you want help hiring your next superstar for your team, DM me and connect with Talently

Yes, you’ll save 60 to 70 percent when hiring from South Africa with Talently.

But if cost is your main reason for hiring offshore, you’re thinking too small.

Here’s what the smartest founders are actually optimizing for:

→ Speed of hiring (weeks, not months)
→ Time zone alignment for better collaboration
→ Ownership and initiative from day one
→ Talent that’s eager to grow, not just clock in

These are the levers that matter.

Lower payroll is nice. 

But leverage? 

That’s how companies scale.

We help founders at Talently shift their mindset and their team toward that.

If you're looking to hire your next SDR, Account Executive, Graphic Designer, or Virtual Assistant, send me a DM, and I'll personally take care of you.

🚨 Know a team looking for a high-performing SDR? 🚨

I’m working with a sharp, driven Sales Development Rep who’s ready to start immediately.

Here are the details:

✅ $2,500/month USD (Full-Time)
✅ Based in Cape Town, South Africa
✅ Available to work EST hours
✅ 3+ years of SDR experience in SaaS
✅ Outbound, cold email, cold calling, LinkedIn experience
✅ Strong communicator with a proven track record of booking qualified meetings

If you're building a sales pipeline and need someone who can hit the ground running, drop a comment or DM me.

I’ll send over his resume, intro video, and profile.

He’s hungry, coachable, and already interviewing, don’t wait. Talently

A client told me today,
 
“I trust you more than my internal recruiter.”
 
That one hit.

It wasn’t luck. 
It was intentional.

Here are three things we focus on to build real trust with our clients:

1. Freaky fast communication
 
If you have to chase your recruiter for updates, something’s broken.
 
We move fast and stay responsive. No black holes. No delays.

2. Keep timelines tight
 
Hiring should move quickly.
 
We keep things on track by setting clear expectations, managing calendars, and avoiding unnecessary back-and-forth.

3. Over-communicate every step
 
We make sure both the client and the candidate know exactly what’s happening.
 
What stage they’re in. 
What’s next. 
What to expect.
 
No guessing. No surprises.

Trust is built through consistency.
 
Not big promises, but small things done well over and over.

That’s what makes a partner worth relying on.

 if you're looking to work with a recruiting company that you'll trust more than your internal team, DM me today Talently

We all want more runway.

But here’s a question every founder needs to ask:

💰 Would you rather hire one mid-level US employee for $80K…
 📉 …and lose 3 months of runway?

Or

🇿🇦 Hire 3 highly-skilled team members in South Africa for the same cost…
📈 …and extend your runway by 9 months?

Same investment. 3x the output. 3x the time to grow.

At Talently, we call this the Runway Multiplier Effect.

It’s not about cutting corners. 

It’s about hiring smart.
 
Smart = Global talent, lean ops, and extended lifelines.

Founders, don’t burn your cash to feel like you’re “hiring up.”
 
Instead, buy time the most valuable currency in early-stage startups.

🌍 South Africa has the talent.
💸 You have the budget.
⏳ The question is: will you multiply your runway?

If a company ghosts during the interview process, it’s a blessing in disguise.

Candidates are always told to "make a good impression."
 
But the same should go both ways.

Here are 5 red flags to watch for when you're interviewing:

1. They show up late
 
If the hiring manager is late to the interview without acknowledgment or apology, it says something.
 
You’re expected to be professional, so should they.

2. Communication is slow or inconsistent
 
Dragging out timelines, going dark for weeks, or vague next steps usually point to disorganization behind the scenes.
 
A smooth hiring process often reflects strong internal operations.

3. The role keeps changing
 
If the job description shifts midway through the process or the responsibilities feel unclear, proceed with caution.
 
You don’t want to accept a role that turns into something completely different on day one.

4. No one can answer "what success looks like."
 
If you ask what a great first 90 days looks like and get vague answers, that's a problem.
 
It often means there’s no real plan and no clear support once you're hired.

5. The interview feels one-sided
 
You should have time to ask thoughtful questions and evaluate them just as much as they evaluate you.
 
If you’re treated like you’re lucky just to be there, that’s not a good sign.

A job interview goes both ways.
 
You’re not just trying to get hired, you’re trying to find the right fit.

Don’t ignore the red flags.

They usually get worse, not better.

Follow Talently to learn more

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