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07/05/2025

What role does your really play in your SaaS team?

From onboarding to retention, their impact often goes far beyond support.

In this blog, we explore what makes CSMs so valuable — and how the role keeps evolving.

Discover why Customer Success Managers are crucial for SaaS growth by driving retention, reducing churn, and leveraging AI for predictive insights. Learn what makes a great CSM.

29/04/2025

Recruitment: human vs. human — or AI vs. AI?

More and more companies are using AI to assess candidates faster and more efficiently.

But candidates are pushing back — with AI-generated resumes, cover letters, and even real-time interview support.

The real question is no longer: "Should we use AI in hiring?"
It’s: "What are we actually measuring?"

👉 When both sides optimize with AI, how do you still recognize true potential?

👉 What happens to authenticity, creativity, and real connection?

👉 And how do we ensure technology remains a tool — not just a filter?

If AI is doing the prep work for both sides, what does that mean for how you assess potential?

22/04/2025

What if your candidate is secretly using AI during the interview?

Sounds like Black Mirror — but it’s 2025.

Chungin “Roy” Lee, a 21-year-old Columbia student, was suspended for developing an AI tool that supports candidates during live interviews. He then raised $5.3 million for his startup and landed an internship at Amazon — using his own tool.

The product? A hidden browser overlay that feeds real-time answers during interviews, exams, and even sales calls.

Critics say it’s cheating.

Supporters argue it’s no different than companies using AI to assess candidates — so why shouldn’t candidates level the playing field?

It raises some big questions:
→ If both sides use tech, where do we draw the line?
→ Are we testing honesty — or adaptability?
→ And are hiring processes keeping up with how people actually work today?

What do you think — how fair should interviews be in 2025?👇

16/04/2025

What do SaaS professionals really earn in 2025? 💰

Whether you're hiring or looking to benchmark your own salary—transparency matters.

In our SaaS Salary Benchmark Report, you’ll find:
👉 Salary ranges by role (AE, BDR, CSM & more)
👉 Bonus structures and perks

The go-to resource for anyone in SaaS hiring or commercial roles.

Download the full report via the link in the comments👇

10/04/2025

If AI can write emails, qualify leads, and time follow-ups... what’s left for the SDR?

Turns out—quite a lot. But the role is changing fast.

SDRs are no longer just inbox fillers. With AI handling the busywork, they’re becoming sharper, more strategic, and more human than ever.

So what does this shift mean for SaaS teams—and for the people you hire?

We break it down in our latest blog 👇

Optimize your HR tech strategy to accelerate hiring without losing the human touch. Learn how to leverage automation for efficiency, better decisions, and improved candidate experience.

02/04/2025

How much insight do CVs and motivation letters really give us? 📄

In many hiring processes, these documents are still the first filter.

But how relevant are they, really?

👉 A CV shows what someone has done, not what they can do.
👉 A motivation letter often reveals more about someone’s writing skills—or their ability to use ChatGPT—than about their actual motivation or potential.

Fortunately, we now have better tools to truly understand candidates. And no—it doesn't mean slowing down your process.

With the right use of AI and data, you can assess candidates more fairly and more effectively. Think:
👉 Structured assessments for skills, mindset and personality
👉 Smart matching based on potential—not just past experience
👉 Less bias, more focus on fit

AI enables us to look beyond the CV without sacrificing speed or quality.

So maybe the question isn’t whether the CV is dead—but when we’ll stop making it the center of the process.

31/03/2025

🎉 2 Years, 3 legends, 1 team. 🎉

This week, we’re celebrating that Dani, Thom, and Domenique have been part of Team Owlie for 2 years already 💫

We’re incredibly proud of everything you’ve built, and even more grateful for the energy, ambition, and fun you bring to the team every single day.

Here’s to many more years of working, growing, and celebrating together! 🚀

18/03/2025

Strategic hiring success: Telecom-IT Group x Owlie Jobs 🚀

In a highly competitive market, Telecom-IT Group partnered with us to find a Senior Business Developer for their subsidiary Multicap. Through targeted headhunting and close collaboration, we secured a candidate who perfectly aligns with their culture and growth ambitions.

This successful placement has set the foundation for further expansion and strengthened our partnership for future hires.

Curious about the full story? Read the case study below👇

Telecom-IT Group successfully hired a Senior Business Developer through targeted headhunting, overcoming recruitment challenges to drive growth and ensure a strong cultural fit.

14/03/2025

What if your biggest growth driver isn’t your product—but your community?

Traditional SaaS strategies rely on paid marketing, outbound sales, and product-led growth, but a new force is changing the game: Community-Led Growth (CLG).

Instead of just acquiring customers, SaaS companies are building engaged communities where users become advocates, drive organic referrals, and even shape the product itself.

Why Community-Led Growth is taking over:
✅ Stronger brand trust → More organic growth
✅ User-driven advocacy → Less reliance on paid marketing
✅ Engaged communities → Higher retention & lifetime value

Companies like Notion, Figma, and HubSpot are proving that when you build a strong community, growth follows naturally.

Is your company embracing Community-Led Growth, or does it still rely on traditional strategies?

04/03/2025

🎉 1 year at Team Owlie—cheers to Pieter! 🎉

This week, Pieter celebrates his one-year work anniversary with us! As a working student, he’s been an essential part of our marketing and sales team, and we’re grateful for his dedication.

Thanks for all your hard work, Pieter—on to the next! 🥂

28/02/2025

Many SaaS companies invest in automation, but without the right strategy, it can slow down the hiring process instead of speeding it up.

So how do you make HR tech a real accelerator?

In this blog, we share 4 rules and real examples of smart tools that improve hiring—without losing the human touch.

Read the full blog below👇

Optimize your HR tech strategy to accelerate hiring without losing the human touch. Learn how to leverage automation for efficiency, better decisions, and improved candidate experience.

12/02/2025

What do you think are the most popular roles in the SaaS industry in the Netherlands?

The SaaS sector is growing rapidly, and with that growth come roles that are essential for success.

According to our data, these three positions are leading the way:

1️⃣ Sales Development Representative (SDR) & Business Development Representative (BDR) – The frontline team responsible for prospecting, qualifying leads, and generating new business opportunities for the sales pipeline.

2️⃣ Account Executive (AE) – The deal-closer who nurtures relationships with qualified leads, drives revenue growth, and manages the full sales cycle from proposal to closing.

3️⃣ Customer Success Manager (CSM) – The trusted advisor who ensures customers achieve their desired outcomes, driving retention, satisfaction, and long-term value from the software.

These roles are not only in high demand but also crucial for the growth and profitability of SaaS organizations.

But how much do professionals in these positions actually earn?

Check out our salary benchmark report for the Dutch market to explore salary ranges and trends in the SaaS industry.

Find the link in the comments!