Episode 151 - Stop Hiding Behind Your Work. Start Leading the Room. With Salvatore Manzi

About this episode

The episode discusses the importance of communication and leadership skills for engineers, featuring expert Salvatore Manzi.

Most engineers don’t struggle because of technical ability. They struggle because they never learn how to communicate, show presence, and lead conversations. In this episode, we bring back communication expert Salvatore Manzi to break down what it actually takes to be heard, trusted, and followed. Not theory, practical, tactical advice you can apply immediately to how you show up in meetings, conversations, and high-stakes moments. Key Topics Covered • Why technical skill alone will never mak...

People in this episode

Hosts: Steve Maxey, Jake Maxey

Guest: Salvatore Manzi

Topics covered

• communication skills
• leadership
• engineering
• career growth
• personal development

Keywords

• communication
• leadership
• engineers
• meetings
• career advice
• technical skills

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