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EP40: The Top 5 Tips To Thrive In Corporate Tech with Dan Westley18 Sep 202400:39:05

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.

 

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EP39: Planning Your Cloud Career Journey with Prasad Rao04 Sep 202400:30:32

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.

 

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EP30: Learning Lots Fast with Whitney Lee08 May 202400:37:04

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.

 

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EP29: Technical Mentoring with Jeff Stokes24 Apr 202400:36:55

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.

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EP28: 6 Tips To Drive Action With Customers with Maddie Suppon10 Apr 202400:35:12

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.

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EP27: The Reality Of Life As A Digital Nomad with Evie Brockwell27 Mar 202400:30:29

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.

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EP26: Be A Person Not A Personal Brand with Scott Hanselman13 Mar 202400:36:49

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.

 

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EP25: Social Mobility in Tech with Neil Marley28 Feb 202400:39:17

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.

 

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EP24: Using Story Arcs To Engage Stakeholders with Mark Green14 Feb 202400:45:01

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.

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EP23: Lessons From Founding A Data Consultancy with Suranga Fernando31 Jan 202400:37:48

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.

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EP22: Speaking With Clarity with Lidia Vasileva17 Jan 202400:33:49

Lidia Vasileva is a Solution Engineer, conference speaker and active presales community member.  In this episode we talk about clarity, a vital skill to master.  We'll talk about why it's so important and how to start to master it.

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.

 

Links

Ben On Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/ 

Elevated You Home - www.elevatedyou.live 

Lidia On Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lidia-vasileva/ 

Lidia Website - https://packetmage.com 

EP21: Becoming A Great Leader with Kate Waterfall Hill03 Jan 202400:43:12

You’re about to listen to a chat with Kate Waterfall Hill, who gives us some great tips on leadership and how to grow as a leader. 

Takeaways

  • Leadership involves having a clear vision, being authentic, and communicating effectively.
  • A leader sets the why, a manager focuses on the what, and a coach enables the how.
  • Being open to change and continuously learning is essential for effective leadership.
  • Time for self-care, thinking, and leading is crucial for personal and professional growth.
  • TikTok can be a valuable tool for business marketing and reaching a wider audience.
  • Consistency and commitment are key to building success as a leader.

 

Links

Ben On Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/ 

Elevated You Home - www.elevatedyou.live 

Kate On Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-waterfall-hill/ 

Kate On TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@katewaterfallhill

EP38: How To Explain Really Complicated Things with Viktor Farcic21 Aug 202400:39:45

In this episode Viktor Farcic shares how he explains really complicated things really well.  Viktor is a Developer Advocate at Upbound and also runs the excellent YouTube channel DevOps Toolkit with over 74K subscribers.

 

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.

 

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EP20: How To Build A Great Team with Vicky Reddington13 Dec 202300:38:26

Vicky Reddington has worked at some of the biggest companies in tech and now leads the Amplified Group.  They help tech organisations execute at speed.

 

In this episode we explore the principles behind great teams, and practically how you can transform your team.

 

Follow Ben on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/

 

Elevated You Home 

https://www.elevatedyou.live

 

Follow Vicky on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/vickyreddington/

 

Amplified Group Home

https://amplifiedgroup.co.uk/

EP19: How To Manage Stakeholders with Ben Caird29 Nov 202300:34:07

Ben Caird is Divisional Support Director at the Access Group.  He has spent many years in the tech sector as an engineer, team manager and now leads a large group of people focused on delivering an amazing support experience to customers. 

 

He's a seasoned pro when it comes to managing  stakeholders effectively and in this episode we discuss who your stakeholders are,  why it's important it is to manage them and how you do it.

 

Follow BenP on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/

 

Elevated You Home 

https://www.elevatedyou.live

 

Follow Ben Caird on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bcaird/

EP18: How To Deal With Burnout Whilst Working In Tech with Nick Jemetta15 Nov 202300:36:56

Nick Jemetta runs Stories Matter, a company focusing on both Product Coaching and Mental Wellbeing Speaking. 

 

In this episode we explore the scale of burnout in tech, and what you can do to help solve the problem.

 

Download the Hub of Hope to find mental health support that's right for you

https://hubofhope.co.uk/

 

Follow Ben on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/

 

Elevated You Home 

https://www.elevatedyou.live

 

Follow Nick on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickjemetta/

 

Email Nick: nick@storiesmatter.io

EP17: Securing Your Career With a Personal Brand with Ashley McGlone01 Nov 202300:43:06

 

Ashley McGlone has spent his life in IT.  He's a Technology Strategist and between recordings of Tanium Tech Talks he enjoys advocating for customers, getting in the weeds of tech, and savouring a particular retro variety of red liquorice. 

 In this episode we explore why techies need a personal brand and how to go about building one.

 

Follow Ben on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/

 Elevated You Home 

https://www.elevatedyou.live

 


Watch the web show Tanium Tech Talks here:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5QhX4gOcFFVx5UfQMH3VUn7SR-WOaVV7

Find Ashley McGlone on Twitter

https://twitter.com/GoateePFE

Find Ashley McGlone on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleymcglone

 

EP16: Get Curious About Neurodiversity with Jess Meredith18 Oct 202300:42:51

 

Jess Meredith is the CEO of DifferingMinds.  She spends her time running neurodiversity training for organisations, delivering keynote speeches and champions making environments neuroinclusive.

In this episode we discuss neurodiversity, what it is, why we should be talking about and how it could have a real impact on the tech world.

Follow Ben on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/

 Elevated You Home 

https://www.elevatedyou.live

 

Follow Jess on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jess-meredith-neurodiversity-services/

 

EP15: Accelerating Your Career And Salary In Tech with Patrick Pissang04 Oct 202300:42:02

Patrick Pissang is author, coach and entrepreneur.   He devotes his professional and creative energy to Sales Engineering heroes who want to be independent, authentic and thought-leading professionals.

In this episode Patrick talks about the value of sales engineering and the skills you need to thrive in the role.

Follow Ben on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/

 Elevated You Home 

https://www.elevatedyou.live

 

Follow Patrick on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickpissang/ 

The Social Sales Engineer on Amazon

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Social-Sales-Engineer-Principles-Leadership-ebook/dp/B09FGWX49S/ref=sr_1_1?crid=RICFI19MBH8R&keywords=the+social+sales+engineer&qid=1695042952&sprefix=social+sales+e%2Caps%2C257&sr=8-1

Sales Hero Training

https://saleshero.training/ 

EP14: Pitching Ideas with Colin Howes20 Sep 202300:37:56

Colin Howes is CEO of Series A.   Series-A help tech startups and scale ups propel their ideas and their businesses forward.  He also runs Pitch Club, a safe space for people to develop their ability to pitch ideas.

In this episode Colin shares his perspective on how to pitch ideas.  He shares some key lessons on how to engage stakeholders effectively and ultimately help turn your ideas into reality.

Follow Ben on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/

 Elevated You Home 

https://www.elevatedyou.live

Series A Homepage

https://series-a.co/

Follow Colin on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/colin~howes/ 

 

Ep13: Founding An Innovative Tech Start Up with Dan Scarfe06 Sep 202300:38:49

Dan Scarfe is CEO of XRAI.  Their award-winning app turns speech into subtitles, in real-time.  Dan thought of the idea following a visit to his elderly grandad and has now launched the solution to the world. 

In this episode Dan shares the reality of how you bring an innovative software to the market.  This isn't the first company Dan has founded and you'll benefit from how someone with a deeply tech background has thrived in both the tech and business world.

Follow Ben on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/

 Elevated You Home 

https://www.elevatedyou.live

 

XRAI Home Page

https://xrai.glass/ 

 

EP12: Technical Storytelling Using AOREN with Ben Pearce16 Aug 202300:25:24

Today we swap the hot seat.  Ben Pearce is the regular host of the Elevated You Podcast and founder of Elevated You but today he's the guest. 

Don Carmichael is today's guest-host and is Chief Pre-Sales Evangelist at Winning Skills.

In this episode Ben shares AOREN.  A great approach to helping you prepare for and deliver compelling presentations and communications in the tech world.

Follow Ben on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/

 Elevated You Home 

https://www.elevatedyou.live

 

Follow Don on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/doncarmichael/ 

Winning Skills Website

https://www.winningskills.ai/ 

EP11: Analogies: Making the Complex Simple With Marco Tamassia02 Aug 202300:35:13

Marco Tamassia is a Senior Technical Instructor at AWS and published author.  He recently released the book "AWS Cloud Computing Concepts and Tech Analogies: A guide to understand AWS services using easy-to-follow analogies from real life" with his co-authors.

In this episode Marco shares some great approaches to making the complex simple, memorable and more fun.  He also shares the reality of writing a technical book.

Follow Ben on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/

 Elevated You Home 

https://www.elevatedyou.live

 

Follow Marco on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcotamassia/

Marco's Book On Amazon

Amazon USA

Amazon UK

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EP37: Funding Startups and Scaleups 101 with Leke Sholuade13 Aug 202400:41:35

In this episode Leke Sholuade talks through the fundamentals of how startups and scaleups are funded.  Leke is CEO of Black Valley, an organisation focused on supporting black led startups to access funding to start and scale their business

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EP10: From Survival To Revival in Tech with Alison Sinclair19 Jul 202300:36:21

Alison Sinclair is a self-leadership coach.  She uses science-backed mental fitness and positive intelligence approaches to help people move from surviving to reviving.

In this episode Alison shares some top tips to help you move from just surviving, to reviving and thriving.

Follow Ben on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/

 Elevated You Home 

https://www.elevatedyou.live

Follow Alison on Linked In

https://www.linkedin.com/in/liveyourtruthcoaching/ 

Sign Up For Alison's Newsletter

https://www.liveyourtruthcoaching.co.uk/newsletter/ 

Book a call with Alison

https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/LiveYourTruthCoaching@liveyourtruthcoaching.co.uk/bookings/ 

Ep9: Changing Careers: Moving Into Tech with Jessica Olanrewaju05 Jul 202300:32:18

Jessica Olanrewaju used to be an economist, and now she's got a successful career in Tech.

In this episode Jessica shares why she moved into tech and how she did it.  She shares the highs and the lows and brings to life the reality of changing career into Tech.

Follow Ben on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/

Follow Waqar on Linked In

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicaolanrewaju1/

Elevated You Home 

https://www.elevatedyou.live

EP8: Top Recruitment Tips To Get Your Next Tech Job with Waqar Sabir21 Jun 202300:34:48

@Waqar Sabir has over 20 years helping people find great jobs in tech. He's driven talent acquisition at loads of big companies and learnt a thing or three along the way.

In this episode Waqar shares his tips on getting a new tech role.  From before you even apply for a role, to nailing the interview and he even shares some super insider tips as well.

Follow Ben on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/

Follow Waqar on Linked In

https://www.linkedin.com/in/waqarsabir117/

Elevated You Home 

https://www.elevatedyou.live

EP7: What On Earth is a Chief Envisioning Officer?!? with Dave Coplin07 Jun 202300:49:43

@Dave Coplin is a strategic advisor, author, keynote speaker and Chief Envisioning Officer.

In this episode Dave talks about tech vision and execution. He shares how to create clarity of purpose, put a roadmap together and take folks with you on the journey to the future.

Follow Ben on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/

Follow Dave on Linked In

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dcoplin/

Elevated You Home 

http://www.elevatedyou.live 

E6: From Steamroller to Collaborator with Jeffrey Snover24 May 202300:38:58

Jeffrey Snover is a Distinguished Engineer at Google and the inventor of PowerShell.

In this episode Jeffrey shares his perspective on succeeding with imposter syndrome, managing conflict and developing his ability to speak in public.

Follow Ben on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/

Follow Jeffrey on Linked In https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreysnover/ 

Elevated You Home - http://www.elevatedyou.live 

E5: Lessons from a Disruptive Anti-CISO with Phil Winstanley10 May 202300:36:02

Phil is a Principal Security Engineer at AWS

In this episode Phil shares some lessons on being a Disruptive Anti-CISO.  He talks through how to drive change in the security and tech world and gives his perspective on being a tech leader.

 

Follow Ben on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/

Read Phil's Disruptive Anti-CISO article - https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/what-anti-ciso-philip-winstanley/

Elevated You Home - http://www.elevatedyou.live 

E4: From Techy To Manager with James Complin26 Apr 202300:35:20

In this episode James shares his perspective on moving from an individual contributor to a people manager.  He talks through the reality of his transition and shares some top tips and advice for all of us.

James is Azure Director at Microsoft UK.  He leads a team of Cloud Solution Architects focused on the Comms, Media and Professional Services industries.  He is also the co-founder of the Northern Azure User Group.

Follow Ben on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/

Follow James on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamescomplin/ 

Elevated You Home - http://www.elevatedyou.live 

E3. Using Humour To Engage People with Louise Stevenson12 Apr 202300:31:50

In this episode Louise shares her perspective using humour to engage with people.  She talks through her experience as stand up comedian and public speaking coach.

 

Louise has a unique dual standing of being a prominent figure in the Business community and the Comedy industry. She has empowered thousands through one to one and team coaching, video and online courses. She has created personal and professional coaching programmes for executives, leaders and entrepreneurs and been hailed by business leaders on her thoughtful, engaging and entertaining delivery.

Follow Ben on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/

Elevated You Home - http://www.elevatedyou.live

 

E2: From Techy to CEO with Justin Langford29 Mar 202300:30:44

In this episode Justin shares his perspective on building a successful Tech business.  He talks through his journey from Engineer at Microsoft through to CEO of a highly respected company.

Justin leads Coeo, a Microsoft partner specialising in Data & AI.  Coeo deliver project consulting and managed services around the Microsoft cloud data and analytics solutions.

Follow Ben on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/

Elevated You Home - http://www.elevatedyou.live

E1: Talking To The C-Suite with Tony Whitehorn15 Mar 202300:34:04

In this episode Tony Whitehorn shares his perspective on how people from the tech world can more effectively influence the C-Suite and senior leaders.

Tony has been in the Automotive Industry forever! He has held senior positions at Renault, Toyota and most recently Hyundai where he was President and CEO for the UK and parts of Northern Europe.

He now has his own company as an Advisor and Consultant to many businesses. Much of his work involves advising new entrants, disrupters and tech companies moving into the Mobility space and helping them understand and effectively communicate in that business arena.

Follow Ben on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/

Elevated You Home - http://www.elevatedyou.live

 

 

EP36: Getting Involved In The Tech Community with Ethan Sumner31 Jul 202400:33:00

In this episode Ethan Sumner talks about the benefits of Tech Community and how to get involved.  Ethan is the Chief Executive of DevEx Connect, is a passionate community leader and has founded and run many great communities over the years.

 

 

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EP35: Could Apprenticeships Solve The Digital Skills Gap? with Luke Smith17 Jul 202400:33:40

In this episode Luke Smith talks about the reality of hiring apprentices into your team.  Luke was once an apprentice and is now the Co-Founder and Technical Director of Microsoft partner Elysian:IT who regularly hires apprentices.

 

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EP34: How To Thrive Whilst Working Remotely with Lisette Sutherland03 Jul 202400:36:43

In this episode Lisette Sutherland talks about remote working and how you get the best out of it.  Lisette authored the Work Together Anywhere Handbook, is a TEDX speaker and runs the company Collaboration Superpowers.

 

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EP33: A Better Way To Estimate with Jason C. McDonald19 Jun 202400:37:56

In this episode, Jason C. McDonald discusses the challenges of estimating how long it will take to complete a task and a better way to do it. Jason is a business analyst, former principal software engineer and author of the book "Dead Simple Python." 

 

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EP32: Using Personas To Be More Successful With Stakeholders with Alex Stuart05 Jun 202400:37:05

In this episode we're talking about Personas.  We're talking about what they are, why they're useful and how you use them. 

Alex Stuart is our guest.   He's a Senior Solutions Engineer at Confluent, and regularly contributes to the community at conferences and online.

 

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EP31: Questions Episode With Ben Caird22 May 202400:28:35

This episode we've done something a bit different and answered your questions.  Questions include:

  • Given it's mental health awareness week. What does that mean to you to you and how do you think about mental health?
  • I`m about to go through a recruitment process.  Have you got any tips?
  • How did you get your first job in management and any tips to help someone get their first manager role?

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EP44: How To Thrive With Imposter Syndrome with Frances Nichols13 Nov 202400:30:15

Frances Nichols recently featured on the Mashable list "The Top 7 Future Tech Power Women of 2024".  And yet she suffers with Imposter Syndrome.   In this episode we talk through how imposter syndrome has impacted her and she shares tips to thrive with it.

 

The Tech World Human Skills Podcast is produced by people in the tech world for people in the tech world.  Learn tips and best practices that help you thrive in your career.

  

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Ben Pearce LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/

Tech World Human Skills Home - www.techworldhumanskills.com

Frances Nichols LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/frances-nichols-07589440/

EP43: Questions With Caird: The Return with Ben Caird30 Oct 202400:32:33

Does success = happiness? He's back. It's another questions and answers episode with Ben Caird.

Ben Caird, Divisional Support Director at The Access Group joins me on the mic shares his thoughts and wisdom (or lack of) on a variety of tech world human skills questions?

The Tech World Human Skills Podcast is produced by people in the tech world for people in the tech world. Learn tips and best practices that help you thrive in your career.

 

Show Links

Ben Pearce LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/

Tech World Human Skills Home - www.techworldhumanskills.com

Ben Caird LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bcaird/

EP42: Tech Keynotes: The Backstage Pass with Martin Beeby16 Oct 202400:50:23

Find out what really happens behind the scenes at those massive tech keynotes.
 

Martin Beeby, Principle Technical Keynote Lead at AWS takes us behind the scenes of the world's biggest tech key events.  How are they created and what can we learn?

The Tech World Human Skills Podcast is produced by people in the tech world for people in the tech world.  Learn tips and best practices that help you thrive in your career. 

 

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Ben LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/

Tech World Human Skills Home - www.techworldhumanskills.com

Martin LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thebeebs/

EP41: How To Make Notes: Creating A Personal Knowledge Management System with Nicole van der Hoeven02 Oct 202400:37:02

In this episode Nicole van der Hoeven  drops some wisdom on how to build your own personal knowledge management system.  Learn quicker and find the information you need instantly. 

 

The Tech World Human Skills Podcast is produced by people in the tech world for people in the tech world.  Learn tips and best practices that help you thrive in your career.

 

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EP53: The Startup Mindset: 5 Lessons That Level Up Your Life with Alex Casalboni02 Apr 202500:45:07

Whether you work in a small startup, a massive corporate or anything in between there's loads of lessons we can take from startup culture.

Alex Casalboni shares his wisdom with us today.  He has worked in many startups and worked in large corporates too.  He also hosted the Italian AWS podcast for 4 years. 

The Tech World Human Skills Podcast is produced by people in the tech world for people in the tech world.  Learn tips and best practices that help you thrive in your career.

 

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Takeaways

  • Complaining does not solve problems; action does.
  • Iterate quickly to gather feedback and improve.
  • Your initial version should be imperfect to encourage feedback.
  • Focus on what differentiates your product or service.
  • Avoid distractions that do not add value to your business.
  • Learn to say no to non-essential tasks.
  • Build for immediate user value, not perfection.
  • Understand the real needs of your users.
  • Don't waste time on features everyone else has.
  • Embrace the startup mindset for innovation. Complaining is not a strategy; focus on solutions.
  • Iterate quickly to gain feedback and improve.
  • Prioritize high-impact activities to avoid distractions.
  • Categorize decisions into one-way and two-way doors.
  • Embrace failure as a learning opportunity.
  • Break down complex ideas into manageable tasks.
  • Make decisions quickly when possible to maintain momentum.
  • Cultural acceptance of failure can enhance innovation.
  • Use micro failures to guide future decisions.
  • Regularly reassess priorities to stay aligned with goals.

 

Keywords

startups, lessons, complaining, iterate quickly, focus, prioritize, tech culture, developer relations, feedback, innovation, startup, decision-making, failure, prioritization, iteration, business strategy, product development, leadership, entrepreneurship, cultural mindset

EP52: The Telling Part Of Data Storytelling with Scott Taylor19 Mar 202500:39:18

 

Data is such an important and growing aspect of the tech world.  And it's really important to get executive buy in to support the projects you want to do.  So in this episode we're talking about Data Storytelling.

 

Scott Taylor aka The Data Whisperer is an industry veteran, regular keynote speaker and successful author.

 

The Tech World Human Skills Podcast is produced by people in the tech world for people in the tech world.  Learn tips and best practices that help you thrive in your career.

 

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Takeaways

  • Data storytelling is essential for executive buy-in.
  • The telling part of storytelling is crucial for engagement.
  • Effective communication is a superpower in business.
  • Practicing storytelling techniques enhances delivery.
  • Understanding your audience's perspective is key.
  • Use the language of your audience to connect better.
  • Confidence in delivery impacts audience perception.
  • Smaller meetings require different engagement strategies.
  • The three V's of data storytelling are vocabulary, voice, and vision.
  • Focus on the why behind data initiatives, not just the how.

Keywords

data storytelling, executive buy-in, communication skills, data management, presentation techniques, audience engagement, storytelling framework, business communication, soft skills, data leadership

EP51: How To Get Hired In Tech with Bob Bath05 Mar 202500:38:50

We're talking about how to apply for jobs in tech in 2025.  Our guest is Bob Bath.  He has loads of experience in recruitment and is director at tech recruitment agency Mexa Solutions.  He shares his tips on how to stand out from the crowd and get hired.

 

The Tech World Human Skills Podcast is produced by people in the tech world for people in the tech world.  Learn tips and best practices that help you thrive in your career.

 

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Takeaways

  • The tech job market has seen significant changes due to COVID-19 and economic fluctuations.
  • Salaries in tech recruitment peaked during the post-COVID boom but have since stabilized.
  • Crafting a compelling CV is crucial as it serves as your first impression to potential employers.
  • A CV should be concise, ideally two to three pages, focusing on achievements rather than just responsibilities.
  • Using AI tools can help in structuring and polishing your CV, but personal input is essential.
  • Tailoring your CV for each job application increases your chances of being noticed.
  • Following up on job applications can make a significant difference in getting noticed by recruiters.
  • Cover letters may not be necessary; a strong CV and a brief email can suffice.
  • The current job market is competitive, making it essential to stand out with a tailored approach.
  • Networking and direct communication with recruiters can enhance your job search efforts. Cover letters are often unnecessary; focus on a concise CV.
  • Building your brand on LinkedIn is essential for visibility.
  • Succession planning helps leaders identify future talent.
  • Apply quickly to job postings to increase chances of consideration.
  • Set up job alerts on multiple platforms for better opportunities.
  • Not all job postings appear on every platform; diversify your applications.
  • Keep your CV to three pages and use bullet points for clarity.
  • Avoid negativity on social media; it can harm your professional image.
  • Maintain a work journal to track achievements and projects.
  • Building your brand is valuable for current and future job searches.

Keywords

tech job market, recruitment, CV writing, job application tips, AI in recruitment, job market trends, tech recruitment, job search strategies, hiring process, career advice, job application, LinkedIn, CV tips, job search strategies, personal branding, succession planning, job market 2025, networking, career advice, job alerts

EP50: You Don't Need To Demo Tech To Win with Jack Cochran19 Feb 202500:45:16

In this episode we're talking about how you don't need to demo tech to win.  You don't need to show people loads of tech, to convince them your solution is the best.  What?  Controversial.

 

Our guest today is Jack Cochran.  He is a seasoned pre-sales veteran and General Manager at The Pre-Sales Collective. 

 

The Tech World Human Skills Podcast is produced by people in the tech world for people in the tech world.  Learn tips and best practices that help you thrive in your career.

 

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Ben Pearce LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/

Tech World Human Skills Home - https://www.techworldhumanskills.com 

Jack Cochran Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackcochran/

Pre-Sales Collective - https://www.presalescollective.com/

 

Takeaways

  • You don't need to rely solely on demos to sell.
  • Buyers today come with pre-existing knowledge.
  • Building trust is essential for successful sales.
  • Effective discovery goes beyond just tailoring demos.
  • Understanding the buyer's business is crucial.
  • Sales strategies must adapt to modern buyer behavior.
  • Demos should not be the only tool in your toolbox.
  • Tailored communication is key to addressing diverse buyer needs.
  • Salespeople must ask the right questions to uncover needs.
  • Navigating complex buyer personas requires careful understanding. You have more tools in your toolbox than just a hammer.
  • Focus on building trust and understanding.
  • Make the buying process as easy for them as possible.
  • When you do show a demo, keep it simple.
  • Understand the internal buying process and navigate it effectively.
  • Arm your buyers with the information they need to advocate for your solution.
  • Show the demo to whoever asks to see it.
  • Ask what's the minimum amount of things to show in a demo.
  • Forget the old-fashioned corporate deck standard demo.
  • Speak to customers in their language and show them what they care about.

Keywords

sales, demos, buyer behavior, trust, discovery, pre-sales, software, sales strategy, customer engagement, sales techniques, customer needs, trust building, demo process, internal buying, sales strategy, stakeholder engagement, software sales, pre-sales, business communication, sales techniques

EP49: How To Build A Culture Of Innovation with Mark Renney05 Feb 202500:43:53

In this episode we're talking about how to build a culture of innovation. What practical things can you do to create an environment where innovation thrives.

Our guest today is Mark Renney. He is a tech nerd turn entrepreneur and founder and Managing Director of software development company Wubbleyou.

The Tech World Human Skills Podcast is produced by people in the tech world for people in the tech world. Learn tips and best practices that help you thrive in your career.

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Ben Pearce LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/

Tech World Human Skills Home - www.techworldhumanskills.com

Mark Renney Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/markrenney/

Wubbleyou Newsletter - https://newsletter.wubbleyou.co.uk 

EP48: How To Become A Human Leader with Nick Jemetta and Helen Joy22 Jan 202500:42:12

In this episode we're talking about how to lead a team.  But a team that people love being in.  Lots of people are unhappy at work and we'll be talking about how to create an environment where people thrive and do their best work.

Our guests are Helen Joy and Nick Jemetta.  They've loads of experience in leading teams and have recently created a program called the Human Leader.

The Tech World Human Skills Podcast is produced by people in the tech world for people in the tech world.  Learn tips and best practices that help you thrive in your career.

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