I recently had the pleasure of undergoing an exceptional recruiting experience with Gong for a Professional Services Practice Director role. I worked with Austin King (Gong Executive Recruiter) who had a very transparent and personalized approach that made the entire process seamless, highly effective – and honestly, fun. From our initial chat (post LinkedIn message), I felt extremely comfortable speaking with Austin. He demonstrated an in-depth understanding of the intricacies associated with the opportunity and the type of candidate Gong was looking for. He quickly became a trusted advisor, committed to understanding my career trajectory and aspirations, and always answering questions with clarity head on. He ensured that this role was not only aligned with my skills but also positioned me for growth, where I could thrive and make a meaningful impact. Austin’s communication throughout the process was top notch – clear, casual (but professional!) and consistent. He provided timely updates on the status of the search (often via text which was convenient and efficient for back-and-forth Q&A), shared valuable insights into expectations, and guided me with helpful advice on navigating the interview rounds. Knowing that Austin will be the first point of contact for recruiting other top talent gives me utmost confidence in joining Gong. His excitement about the company and the way in which he orchestrates the hiring process is exemplary and speaks volumes of the culture at Gong. Taking the leap from an awesome company / job is really, really hard – but when you’re introduced to another one by a person like Austin – you know you’re making the right choice.