Tech World Human Skills – Details, episodes & analysis

In this episode Dan Westley shares his top tips on how to thrive in the corporate tech world.  Dan has spent many years at some of the most successful tech corporations.  He is now a Cloud Engineering Leader at Oracle.

The Tech World Human Skills Podcast is all about developing the professional skills and soft skills that help you fly in your career.  In each episode we share the top tips, failures and lived experiences of people thriving in the technology sector.

Show Links

• Ben LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/
• Tech World Human Skills Home - www.techworldhumanskills.com
• Dan LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-westley-2346901a/ 

In this episode Prasad Rao shares how you can develop your career in cloud and shares some inspirational stories on others who already have.  Prasad is a Principal Solution Architect at AWS,  co-founder of "Become A Solution Architect" and author of the book "Cloud Career Journeys".

The Tech World Human Skills Podcast is all about developing the professional skills and soft skills that help you fly in your career.  In each episode we share the top tips, failures and lived experiences of people thriving in the technology sector.

Show Links

• Ben LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/
• Tech World Human Skills Home - www.techworldhumanskills.com
• Prasad LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kprasadrao/
• Cloud Career Journeys - https://cloudcareerjourneys.com/ 

Whitney Lee is a Technical Advocate at VMWare Tanzu and constantly has to learn new stuff fast. She's a regular on the speaking circuit and hosts a number of online shows.

In this episode we talk about how she went from knowing nothing about tech, to becoming a seasoned pro, speaking at global conferences. She shares her secrets on how to learn lots fast.

Show Notes

• Ben LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/
• Tech World Human Skills Home - www.techworldhumanskills.com
• Whitney LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/whitneylee/
• Enlightning on Tanzu.TV - https://via.vmw.com/Enlightning
• Choose Your Own Adventure - https://via.vmw.com/YouChoose
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Jeff Stokes is a Principal Escalation Engineer at Tanium.   He's published several books, worked at a variety of technical companies and spends lots of energy mentoring people. 

In this episode we talk about how what technical mentoring is, why it's so powerful and how to succeed as either a mentor or mentee.

Showlinks

• Tech World Human Skills Home- www.elevatedyou.live/twhs 
• Ben Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/ 
• Jeff Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffstokes/
• Jeff's Amazon Author Page - https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Jeff-Stokes/author/B00TKMDCH2?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1713857965&sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true
• Jeff's Quora Post - https://www.quora.com/What-is-the-best-thing-that-has-ever-happened-to-you-for-being-nice/answer/Jeff-Stokes-7.

Maddie Suppon is Head Of Sales Engineering at 360 Learning and regular voice in the community. In this episode she shares 6 tips on how to drive action and impact with the customers you work with.

Showlinks

• Elevated You Home - www.elevatedyou.live/twhs 
• Ben Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/ 
• Maddie LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/madelynnm/ 

Evie Brockwell is a Product Coach, Podcaster and Digital Nomad.  In this episode she shares the reality of living the life of a Digital Nomad, whilst running a business as a Product Coach.  She shares the highs, the lows and some practical tips on getting started.

Showlinks

• Elevated You Home - www.elevatedyou.live/twhs 
• Ben Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/ 
• Evie LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/evie-brockwell/

In this episode, Ben interviews Scott Hanselman, a VP at Microsoft and a well-known figure in the tech world. They discuss Scott's background, the importance of empathy in the tech industry, and the power of intentionality and curiosity.

Scott shares his insights on leadership, influence, and building a personal brand or not. He emphasizes the significance of understanding the fundamentals of technology and the value of prioritization and reflection. The conversation concludes with key takeaways, including the importance of authenticity and helping others.

Showlinks

• Elevated You Home - www.elevatedyou.live/twhs 
• Ben Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/ 
• Scott Hanselman Homepage - https://www.hanselman.com/ 
• Scott Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shanselman/ 

Summary

Neil Marley is the CEO of Qualyfi. But his background isn't what you might expect. In this episode we talk through the challenge of Social Mobility, what we can do in tech to help, and what led Neil to champion this issue.

Key Takeaways

• Social mobility is crucial in the tech industry to provide equal opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• The tech industry can contribute to social mobility by removing barriers and bias in hiring and focusing on individuals' potential and skills rather than traditional qualifications.
• Companies can make a difference by offering training and mentorship programs that develop technical and soft skills, enabling individuals to become effective contributors from day one.
• Improving social mobility benefits not only individuals but also organizations and society as a whole, leading to greater diversity, innovation, and success.

Showlinks

• Elevated You Home - www.elevatedyou.live/twhs 
• Ben Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/ 
• Qualyfi Home Page - https://qualyfi.co.uk/ 
• Neil Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/qualyfi/ 

Summary

Mark Green is host of the popular "Two PreSales in a Pod" podcast, he's the Master of Ceremonies at the Demofest Events and Director of Pre-Sales and Buyer Enablement at Consensus.  In this episode we talk through story arcs and how they help you influence stakeholders.

Key Takeaways

• Storytelling is a powerful tool for engaging and influencing people.
• A story needs credibility (ethos), logic (data), and emotion (pathos).
• Story arcs, such as the Cinderella arc, can be used to structure narratives and create tension and resolution.
• Crafting stories for different audiences and stages of the buying journey is essential.
• Storytelling can be applied to demo automation to create engaging and impactful presentations.

Showlinks

• Elevated You Home - www.elevatedyou.live/twhs 
• Ben Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/ 
• Mark Home Page - https://www.mark.technology/ 
• Mark Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/marktechnology/ 

Summary

Suranga Fernando, co-founder of Arreoblue, shares his journey from a corporate tech role to founding his own data analytics consultancy. He discusses the challenges and rewards of starting a business, the importance of balance and diversity of thought, and the skills needed to succeed in the industry.

Key Takeaways

• Seek balance and diversify your skill set to enhance your career prospects.
• Plan carefully and seek feedback from trusted individuals before launching a business.
• Invest in long-term skills like empathy and communication, as they are crucial for success in consulting.
• When hiring, prioritize candidates with diverse perspectives and strong communication skills.

Showlinks

• Elevated You Home - www.elevatedyou.live
• Ben Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/ 
• Arreoblue Home - https://www.arreoblue.com/ 
• Suranga Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/suranga-fernando-327a0536/