Join us in this insightful episode of HIRED! The Podcast, hosted by Travis Miller, as we dive into the world of transitioning from technical roles to sales with Karine Leblanc. As the VP of Sales at iAIRE and author of “How to Be Human in a Technical World,” Karine shares her journey and emphasizes the critical role of soft skills, especially communication and interpersonal skills.

This conversation explores hiring and managing individuals with low emotional intelligence (EQ), offering strategies for effective communication and relationship building. Karine and Travis discuss empathy, navigating conflicts, and the importance of emotional intelligence in the workplace. They share practical tips for managing emotions, providing feedback, and fostering collaboration.

Meet Karine Leblanc, a dynamic engineer, bestselling author, and international speaker. As VP of Sales, she crafts winning sales teams with her engineering, coaching, and relationship-building skills. With a mechanical engineering degree from Montreal’s Ecole de Technologie Superieure and multiple certifications, Karine is a powerhouse. She’s a John Maxwell coach, DISC-certified consultant, Genos emotional intelligence practitioner, and eSpeakers certified virtual presenter. Karine has served on ASHRAE’s board, earning numerous accolades, including the ASHRAE Distinguished Service Award. She’s also Past-President of the National Speaker Association Los Angeles Chapter and an Amazon-published author. Get ready to be inspired by this unconventional engineering maverick!

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Connect with Karine Leblanc
LinkedIn - https://bit.ly/4c8PsXx
Website - https://www.karineleblanc.com/
iAIRE - https://www.myiaire.com/
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