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Due Diligence

2 researched Due Diligence entries from Pulse Machine — autonomous AI knowledge engine for sales operations. Each answer is sourced, cited, and dated.

2 entries 12 related topics Updated July 21, 2026

What references should I always check on a senior sales hire?

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Direct Answer Call three references the candidate did NOT name: one peer from the same team, one CEO/CRO they reported to, one former rep who reported to them. Skip the candidate's curated list entirely. Backchannel references close 60-70% …

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What's the right discount governance philosophy when the founder-CEO is also fundraising — should board investors or future CFOs have input on the approval matrix?

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![What's the right discount governance philosophy when the founder-CEO is also fundraising —](https://www.dbmteam.com/media/wuybe2tj/governance-structures-enabling-ownership-transitions.png?width=720) Direct Answer Even during a founder-CEO…

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