More Than Just Code: Surviving and Thriving in Tech Through People Skills

About the Event

Technical skills may get your foot in the door, but people skills often determine how far you go.
In the technology industry, writing great code, building innovative solutions, and mastering technical tools are important. However, career success also depends on how well you communicate your ideas, collaborate with others, navigate workplace challenges, and build professional relationships.
Whether you’re a developer, Dynamics 365 consultant, business analyst, project manager, IT professional, or aspiring tech enthusiast, your ability to work effectively with people can make a significant difference in your career.
Join Dynamics User Group Lagos (DUG Lagos) for More Than Just Code: Surviving and Thriving in Tech Through People Skills, an engaging webinar exploring the essential interpersonal skills that help technology professionals succeed beyond their technical expertise.
We’ll discuss practical ways to communicate more effectively, collaborate across teams, handle difficult conversations, manage disagreements, and build relationships that support long-term career growth.

What You’ll Learn

During this session, we’ll explore:

• Communication That Connects: How to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences and communicate ideas with clarity and confidence.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: How to work effectively with colleagues, clients, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.
• Emotional Intelligence: Understanding different perspectives, managing reactions, and responding constructively to feedback.
• Conflict Resolution: Navigating disagreements, difficult conversations, and workplace misunderstandings professionally.
• Adaptability and Professionalism: Managing changing expectations, handling pressure, and maintaining positive working relationships.
• Networking and Career Growth: Building meaningful professional relationships and developing the people skills that support career advancement.

Who Should Attend?

This webinar is for anyone looking to grow their career in technology, including:

• Software developers and engineers.
• Dynamics 365 and Microsoft technology professionals.
• IT consultants and business analysts.
• Project managers and technical leads.
• Students, graduates, and aspiring technology professionals.
• Anyone looking to improve their communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.

You don’t need to be a Dynamics 365 professional to attend. If you work in tech or aspire to build a career in the industry, this session is for you!

Why You Should Attend

Technical expertise helps you solve problems, but people skills help you understand the problems that matter, communicate your solutions effectively, earn trust, and work with others to achieve meaningful results.
You’ll leave with practical insights you can apply immediately to your work, professional relationships, and career development.

Event Details

📅 Date: Saturday, 21 November 2026
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM WAT
💻 Location: Online (Teams)

Join us for an insightful conversation about the human side of technology and discover how to thrive in your career beyond the code.
Your technical skills get you in. Your people skills help you grow.
Register, save your spot, and invite a colleague or friend who would benefit from this conversation.

We look forward to seeing you there!
— Dynamics User Group Lagos (DUG Lagos)