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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.

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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.

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

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

Lidia Website - https://packetmage.com 

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. 

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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

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.

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Amplified Group Home

https://amplifiedgroup.co.uk/

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.

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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

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Email Nick: [email protected]

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.

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Watch the web show Tanium Tech Talks here:

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

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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.

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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.

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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/ 

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.

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Series A Homepage

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