'Level Up - Mastering Soft Skills' with Alex Burbidge

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In Episode 18 of the Safeti Podcast, we speak with Alex Burbidge. Alex started his career on the tools and moved into health & safety after an industrial accident.

Harnessing the power of soft skills, Alex plotted his way to becoming the Group Head of Health & Safety with telecoms giant O2.

In the first of this 2-part series, we tackle how to engage your audience and influence at different levels in an organisation. We chat about the challenges of overcoming different management styles & the importance of adjusting your approach. Alex also shares the criticality of improving your soft skills as your career progresses.

Make sure to listen out for the number 1 skill that Alex says we must have if we are to become successful leaders.

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Level Up Soft Skills - Podcast Resources

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