Coming from a technical background I’ve realized I need help in strategic thinking & articulating the value of my solutions to non technical audiences. Anyone have recommendations on development?

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I’ve had the same challenge. Props on being self aware of your development need, that’s the first step. What’s helped me the most is simply just getting more face time and experience with the executive audience

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