There are no walls capable of holding back a great dream. Let the Rio native Frederico Sieck tell you, who transformed his room – that space between the bed and the computer, you know?! - in a place of innovation and entrepreneurship within the technology market. It was there that KOUD was born, a Curitiba-based startup focused on transforming the chaos of hiring IT professionals into something fast, efficient, and of high quality.
What started in a small space exploded into something much bigger: today, with 6 years of operation, a team of over 30 employees, and a revenue that has already exceeded R$8 million. "My dream was to be able to work from home, have geographical freedom, and at the same time, help companies around the world find qualified professionals," reveals the founder, who proves that dreaming big is not only allowed – it is necessary.
Today, KOUD has accumulated major clients and stands out not only for its financial results but also for a work model that prioritizes quality of life and high productivity. With many employees working from home, the company continues connecting talents and opportunities in Brazil and around the world, demonstrating that an idea born within four walls can go far, far beyond them.
KOUD has already packed its bags (metaphorically speaking) and took its services to projects in places like the USA, Spain, Germany, Portugal, Angola, and Mexico, besides Brazil itself, of course. "We adapt the entire operational process to the laws of each country. And the bureaucratic part is a piece of cake compared to the challenge of negotiating with such different cultures. It seems easy, but getting the tone of the approach right and understanding how each market makes its decisions is a true art," says Sieck.
According to the entrepreneur, the market for recruiting and selecting technology professionals is active worldwide. However, despite this promising and opportunity-filled scenario, it is not enough to simply find technically qualified professionals. It is essential to identify those who can also adapt to the hiring company's culture. "Because, let's face it, a professional with high technical knowledge but who doesn't adapt to the team can be a real problem in the operation," he jokes.
That's where KOUD stands out in the market. With a unique selection process methodology, the company not only finds the best talents but also guarantees a turnover rate of less than 1% in the first three months of hiring. "It's almost as if professionals come with a 'custom-made' seal for each client," concludes the CEO.
