Hey, Reader. Main Insight: Your CEO Needs the Right Information, Not More Information Technical professionals often assume that providing more data, detail, and analysis will help decision-makers understand a problem. But executives need more than technical accuracy. They need to understand what the information means, why it matters, and what decisions it supports. In my latest article for Inc., I explore why technical professionals need to focus less on delivering more information and more...
10 days ago • 1 min read
Hey, Reader. Main Insight: Technical Expertise Needs to Be Communicated to Be Heard Technical professionals are hired for their expertise. But knowing how to solve a problem doesn't guarantee that decision-makers will understand its significance or act on it. In my interview with Unique Training & Development for the Accelerating Operational Performance podcast, we discussed why technical professionals sometimes struggle to get their messages across and what they can do to improve. A few key...
17 days ago • 1 min read
Hey, Reader. Main Insight: Technical Infrastructure Requires More Than Technology Technical infrastructure can be critical to an organization, but having the right technology is only part of the equation. The ISPE article, Communication as Technical Infrastructure in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, highlights an issue that applies well beyond the pharmaceutical industry: technical work depends on people being able to communicate across organizational boundaries. When technical professionals and...
24 days ago • 1 min read
Hey, Reader. Main Insight: Podcasting Builds Communication Skills Faster Than Any Workshop Technical experts often assume communication improves only through formal training. But communication improves through repetition, reflection, and real conversations. This is the core idea behind your UrbanGeekz article, Reasons Hosting a Podcast Helps Technical Professionals. The piece highlights that podcasting forces clarity, structure, and presence in a way that directly strengthens technical...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hey, Reader. Main Insight: Virtual Communication Requires Intentional Structure Technical experts often assume that virtual presentations work the same way as in person talks. But virtual audiences have different attention patterns, different distractions, and different expectations. This is the core idea behind your UrbanGeekz article, 4 Tips to Dramatically Improve Your Virtual Presentations. The piece highlights that small adjustments can dramatically improve how technical messages land...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hey, Reader. Main Insight: Influence Requires Translation, Not More Detail Technical experts often assume that if the explanation is thorough, the message will land. But thoroughness is not the same as influence. Business stakeholders need clarity on what the issue means for timelines, cost, customers, and risk before they can act. This is the core idea behind my OSPE article, Bridging the Communication Gap in Engineering. The data shows that engineers do not struggle because they lack...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hey, Reader. Main Insight: Communication Is the Hidden Driver of Manufacturing Efficiency Technical experts often assume that if the data is correct, the message will land. But correctness alone does not create alignment. Manufacturing leaders need clarity on risk, cost, downtime, and customer impact before they can act. This is the core idea behind my Inc. article with Greg Schinkel, Why Better Communication Could Be the Missing Link to Manufacturing Efficiency. Manufacturing teams do not...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Hey, Reader. Main Insight: Research Needs Translation Before It Can Influence Decisions Technical experts often assume that if the methodology is sound, the message will land. But methodology alone does not create clarity. Nontechnical audiences need context, relevance, and meaning before they can act on research findings. This is the core idea behind my Inc. article, How Experts Can Bridge the Communication Gap for Non-Technical Audiences. Teams do not struggle because the work is unclear....
3 months ago • 1 min read
Hey, Reader. 🔍 Exploring the World of AI with Migüel Jetté! 🔬 Miguel Jetté is all about artificial intelligence, and he's on a mission to change the game. In a recent interview, we delved into his AI journey and what the future holds. Check out the interview HERE. __ For technical founders looking to hone their pitches, consider joining the waitlist for the Teach the Geek Pitching Society. Learn more HERE. __ I wrote a blog post about being a panelist to practice your speaking skills. It...
almost 3 years ago • 1 min read