Episode 3058 mins26 May 2026

Why Great Engineers Need Great Communication Skills

How to explain technical ideas to anyone.

Former Microsoft leader Ben Pearce explains how engineers and technical teams can communicate complex ideas clearly, influence stakeholders, gain buy-in, and accelerate career growth using practical communication frameworks.

Why Great Engineers Need Great Communication Skills
About the guest
Ben Pearce

Ben Pearce was a techie, then successfully led technical teams at Microsoft for 10+ years.  He left Microsoft to start his own coaching company, Elevated You.  Now he works with teams in tech all over the world to make them more relevant, more influential and more successful.  When he's not coaching folks, he's either hosting the Tech World Human Skills podcast or playing his guitar.

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Learn how to explain technical ideas clearly using Ben Pearce’s AOREN framework. A practical guide for engineers and technical leaders to improve communication, influence stakeholders, structure presentations, and drive action.