PreSales Academy

I was a high school Spanish teacher for 5 years and wanted to break into tech to have a better work-life balance & higher salary. For someone coming from a completely different industry, the foundational skills I learned in this course were instrumental in my success to break into tech sales. The live-demo/discovery role plays and access to industry professionals were the most valuable portion of this course. Something important to note as well: the program sets you up well to not just become an SE but really to get any Presales adjacent role.

The PreSales Academy provided the perfect amount of background information to get me up to speed with the tech industry. Coming from the healthcare industry I felt like the information provided made me feel competent and confident to speak the lingo. Building off of this information then allowed me to excel in discovery calls, RFPs, and technical demos. By working with the staff, mentors, and coaches, I was able to develop the skills to compete in a highly competitive application process. This ultimately laid the ground work for me to crush the interviews and demo presentations leading me to land a job as a Solution Architect. The PSA guided me through the whole process of getting into the program all the way to getting the job. The PSA delivers what is expected and helps you obtain the skills to be a competent presales professional. 

I'm a seasoned sales professional with years of experience working in the tech industry, and I initially debated if this program was really going to add any value for someone like me.  I initially attempted to land a Solutions Engineering position on my own, making it through 3 different interview processes and being turned down each time.  After enrolling in the PreSales Academy and going through the extensive training, coaching, roleplays, and mentoring that they provide, I was able to receive 2 offers from great companies to become a solutions engineer!  I can say with 100% confidence that the PSA gave me the extra skills and the network that I needed to get over the hump and really impress the hiring teams throughout my interviews.  I can't recommend this program enough to anyone who is looking to make the transition into Solutions Engineering, even if you think you already have the skills and resume to succeed on your own.  It's the best career decision I've made to date.

Major respect to the PreSales Academy / PreSales Collective on running an awesome training, from beginning to end. Prior to applying, I attended a really professional webinar and scheduled an informative 1:1 Q&A session with one of their reps. I quickly recognized quality throughout PSA's operations, from their informational material and website, to the curriculum of the course itself, to their amazing instructors, mentors and coaches, extensive network, and so much more. In 2 months time I went from just another person interested in "transitioning into Tech" to growing knowledge and confidence. Within weeks of graduating I was able to leverage my new skills to land an awesome new job! I couldn't be happier, and have been recommending PSA to people in my life.

*Spoiler Alert* I went from an entry-level sales role to working at a Fortune 500 company. When it comes to "boot camps", I'm no stranger to them. In fact, I honestly prefer them and the PreSales Academy nailed it. With advisors, mentors, and hands-on training, there's no better decision than joining PSA. Most of my cohort members held down full-time jobs and families while attending PSA, and the effort you put in will 100% reflect what you get back (a few of my cohort members even did additional relevant work outside of what is required and landed jobs immediately). You will be paired with a mentor that is actually in the presales profession and run live demos to warm up your muscles for your new solutions career. The workload is doable and as soon as you begin to feel overwhelmed, you graduate! The support I received during my job hunt is what really sets PSA apart. On a professional and personal level, they will be your safety and you will be introduced to opportunities that only a network like PSA can provide for you. If you're considering a career change or additional professional development then I encourage you just go for it. 

I am a former teacher of 6 years who excitedly applied, interviewed and enrolled in the April PreSales Academy in February! 
Honesty it was the best decision that I ever made. My family and friends thought I was insane. No one thought it was legit but I did a lot of research before enrolling!
The support I got while in the program was pivotal for me in helping me develop the confidence and skills required to thrive.
I put 100% effort into the program and also was sure to be active and network on LinkedIn. 
Towards the end of the program I was involved in over a dozen job interview processes none of which I applied for because hiring managers were genuinely interested in me because of my clear drive and do whatever it takes attitude.
Being in the PreSales Academy showed companies I was serious and they were eager to talk to me.
I highly recommend the program for anyone interested in a PreSales role.
I had multiple offers less than a month after completing the program and I ended up taking a role making over six figures, more money than I could ever imagine!
If you ever have any questions feel free to reach out to me on LinkedIn!

I honestly can't say enough about this course.  I was very skeptical going in and almost convinced myself to not go through with joining the program. But ultimately figured that I would look at it as an investment and hope for the best. 

My experience was amazing. Actually today is the last day of my 2 month crash course to becoming a Sales Engineer.  My background is 15 years as a school social worker with a passion for people and technology.  PreSales Academy helped me understand what goes into a successful presentation (demo) so that I can use this skill during interviews.  The program has several guest speakers who all have been wonderful and have years of experience in this field.  You are also paired with a seasoned coach and mentor (volunteers) that help prepare you and stay with you indefinitely.  My plan is to stay connected with my pair for years to come.  

Lastly the cohort becomes a resource all of its own. With so many talented people pushing each other and sharing ideas and methods,  I can't thank my group members enough.  We all came in anxious and oblivious to the challenges we were going to be facing together during 2 months of hands on training. We leaned on each other and I'll likely remain in contact with this group well after completing the course.

I started looking for employment 1 week ago but others in my cohort started sooner. I have been pleased with the level of attention PSA provides me with and the attention to detail they gave my resume.  I am 100% convinced that they will support me throughout my career. I simply can't wait to pay it forward.

I attended the PreSales academy from Oct 2023-Feb 2024. I found the program extremely helpful in moving my career forward from an SDR role to the SE role. Solutions Engineering is a hard industry to get into, but PSA skilled me up and made me a competitive applicant, and interviewer. 

As I previously was an SDR, I will highlight the one thing other people in this role (or people who have previously worked in tech sales) should know. There will be times you feel like you are hearing things you already know, especially in the beginning. Initially I was annoyed, but I later realized this is an opportunity to learn my industry again from people with immense experience. 

PSA does everything it says it will, it does not guarentee you a job, but if you follow their guidance, it is only a matter of time until you get one.

I was an SDR for 13 months, and I successfully transitioned to the SE role 3 months after graduating.