Tech Sales Career Change From Recruitment to SDR, Gideon Wiredu via Entr Tech

“Best Decision Ever.” In this episode, Gideon Wiredu, a dad and former recruiter - breaks down how he quit recruitment and pivoted into tech sales with the help of Entr Tech. We unpack the mindset shift, the exact steps he took, how recruiting skills transfer to SDR / SaaS sales, and what life looks like after landing that first role.

What you’ll learn

• Why tech sales is a realistic path for non‑technical professionals
• How Entr Tech supported the switch (training, community, interview prep)
• Translating recruiting experience into pipeline building, prospecting, and discovery
• Resume + LinkedIn tweaks that get interviews
• Interview frameworks for SDR roles (objection handling, cold call role‑plays)
• Balancing parenthood with an ambitious career change
• Gideon’s advice for anyone considering leaving recruitment or another field

Who this episode is for
Career changers, recruiters, customer service reps, recent grads, returning parents, and anyone curious about breaking into tech sales.

Resources & next steps

• Learn more about Entr Tech and upcoming cohorts: search “Entr Tech”
• Follow Gideon Wiredu on LinkedIn to ask questions and connect
• Watch more success stories on our channel and subscribe for weekly episodes

Support the show
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Hashtags
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🎯 Thinking about a career switch? Join our Entr Tech Career Switch Programme.

• Job‑ready SaaS / Tech Sales (SDR) training—built for non‑technical professionals
• Live coaching, cold‑call role‑plays, and interview practice
• CV/LinkedIn revamp + tailored applications
• Community, accountability, and support throughout your job search
   👉 Apply now: www.entr-tech.com