Jun 16, 2024
Introduction
Two exceptional tech experts with non-traditional backgrounds were recruited and hired for a tech company in the USA by a recruitment agency, TalentBridge Solutions.
Discover how Frankie's simplified and systematic process made this possible.
About the Client
Finding software engineers or tech professionals starts with scanning resumes for relevant skills and experience. However, this step alone isn’t enough to identify the best candidates. Many staffing services like TalentBridge Solutions often receive stacks of resumes and sometimes have trouble thoroughly assessing applicants' abilities. By investing in a recruitment automation software like Frankie, they can turn this mundane process around in no time.
This case study highlights how two individuals with non-traditional backgrounds launched successful tech careers through a performance-based screening process supported by Frankie.
TalentBridge Solutions’s Rigorous Vetting Process
At TalentBridge Solutions, their dedicated team makes sure that only the best candidates are presented to their clients, but they needed a little help from Frankie to get there. Here’s how it worked:
1. Initial Evaluation: Candidates are assessed based on their resumes, job applications, and work history.
2. Online Assessments: Selected applicants take online assessments, such as personality tests, cognitive tests, knowledge evaluations, and coding challenges (if applicable).
3. Screening Interviews: Candidates who pass the assessments are interviewed to evaluate communication skills, relatability, and applicable knowledge.
4. Technical Challenge: Candidates complete a role-based technical challenge and present their solution to the technology leadership team. Only the most impressive candidates are submitted to TalentBridge Solutions’s clients.
Why does this unique vetting process matter? Because the most talented people aren’t always the ones with the best resumes. Frankie, which was created by a tech company understood this better than anyone, making this process more relevant for fellow tech and recruitment companies.
Case Study: Sam and Monica
Sam: From Professional Gamer to Data Analyst
Sam's career began in the world of professional gaming, where he competed in high-stakes tournaments. While he enjoyed the thrill of gaming, he became increasingly interested in the data behind game performance and strategy. He began analyzing game statistics to improve his gameplay and optimize team strategies. Realizing his passion for data, Sam decided to take a leap of faith and change his career.
Deciding to Pursue a Tech Career
Sam enrolled in online courses to learn data analysis and programming. He dedicated countless hours to mastering SQL, Python, and data visualization tools. Despite his dedication, he worried that his unconventional background would make it difficult to break into the tech industry.
Acing Frankie's Assessment and Challenge
Sam's outstanding performance on online assessments supported by Frankie, earned him an interview. His unique background and strong analytical skills impressed the interviewers at TalentBridge Solutions. He excelled in the technical round, presenting a complex data visualization project that showcased his ability to turn data into actionable insights. Sam was directed towards the client and he was offered the job accordingly.
Excelling in His New Role
Sam quickly proved himself as a valuable team member. Data Team Lead, Jamie Thompson, praised him, saying, “Sam has an exceptional ability to derive meaningful insights from data. I never thought I would say this but, his background in professional gaming gives him a unique perspective that has been invaluable to our team. He’s a fast learner and a dedicated professional.”
Monica: From High School Teacher to UX Designer
Monica’s journey began as a high school teacher, where she taught math and science. She was passionate about technology and often incorporated it into her lessons. Her interest in user experience (UX) design grew when she started creating educational apps for her students during the pandemic. Realizing she wanted to make a career out of UX design, Monica decided to make a change.
Deciding to Pursue a Tech Career
Monica took online courses and attended UX design boot camps to build her skills. She created a portfolio of projects but worried that her background in education wouldn’t be enough to get her foot in the door of the tech industry.
Excelling in the UX Challenge
Monica scored high on a few practical assessments supported by Frankie, demonstrating excellent cognitive abilities. Her preparation paid off during the Technical and Softskills rounds, where she redesigned a complex web interface, focusing on user needs and accessibility. Similar to Sam, by working with TalentBridge Solutions, she was also able to bag a well-paid job in the tech sector.
Succeeding in Her New Role
Monica has continued to impress in her first six months. UX Manager, Thomas Wright, noted, “Monica brings a fresh perspective to our team. Her experience as a teacher makes it easier for her to understand and empathize with users to make user-friendly solutions. She’s a natural problem-solver and a fantastic communicator. We’re excited to see her grow with us.”
Fill Your Team with Top Tech Talent
Whether you are a software company, recruitment agency, or an internal recruiter, with the help of Frankie, you can find the most skilled professionals in the industry, whether for direct hires or short-term contracts. Talented individuals like Sam and Monica, regardless of their backgrounds, are an attestation of such talented hires who have the passion and need the right support and opportunity to show their skills.
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