2023 - Paulina Szwed - The Art of Engineering Diplomacy - Driving Significant Changes in Large Org.

"I didn't become an engineer to talk to people" - I'm going to prove you wrong! "The Art of Engineering Diplomacy" presentation dives into the challenges faced by larger organizations, like dealing with bureaucracy, conflicting goals, siloed knowledge and breaking down communication barriers. It stresses the significance of soft skills, teamwork, and effective communication. Real-life stories shed light on how these challenges affect productivity, innovation and quality of delivered solutions. The talk offers practical advice on enhancing collaboration and sharpening soft skills within engineering teams. Attendees are empowered to apply these principles in their own work environments, breaking down silos and fostering effective collaboration in order to deliver best possible outcome.