Tech World Human Skills

By Ben PearceBusiness Technology Education Self-Improvement Careers

Tech World Human Skills episodes

May 22, 2024EP31: Questions Episode With Ben Caird
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?
Show Links
Podcast Home - www.techworldhumanskills.com
Ben Pearce LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/
Ben Caird LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bcaird/
29 min
May 08, 2024EP30: Learning Lots Fast with Whitney Lee
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
38 min
April 24, 2024EP29: Technical Mentoring with Jeff Stokes
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.
37 min
April 10, 2024EP28: 6 Tips To Drive Action With Customers with Maddie Suppon
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/
36 min
March 27, 2024EP27: The Reality Of Life As A Digital Nomad with Evie Brockwell
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/
31 min
March 13, 2024EP26: Be A Person Not A Personal Brand with Scott Hanselman
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/
37 min
February 28, 2024EP25: Social Mobility in Tech with Neil Marley
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/
40 min
February 14, 2024EP24: Using Story Arcs To Engage Stakeholders with Mark Green
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/
46 min
January 31, 2024EP23: Lessons From Founding A Data Consultancy with Suranga Fernando
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/
38 min
January 17, 2024 EP22: Speaking With Clarity with Lidia Vasileva
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
34 min

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Ben Pearce interviews thought leaders in the tech world to learn from their success. In each episode we focus on a topic our guest has learnt about, failed at, course corrected and ultimately succeeded with. We can stand on the shoulders of giants and benefit from their insight.