Take IT Easy

Tips, Ideas and Stories for IT professionals who use English at work

Why Small Talk Is a Career Skill (Not a Social One): How Professionals Build Real Connections at Work

Daniele Ponzo

Published on: 06/02/2026

Discover why small talk is a powerful career skill, how it builds trust at work, and how non-native professionals can use simple English to create real professional connections.

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How Visibility Helps Non-Native Professionals Grow | Lessons from The Non-Native Leader Podcast

Daniele Ponzo

Published on: 09/12/2025

Discover why putting yourself out there is the key to growing your confidence in English and your international career. Insights from Episode 1 of The Non-Native Leader with Juan José Keena.

Stop Fitting In and Start Belonging — A Conversation with Anna Beregovaia

Daniele Ponzo

Published on: 23/10/2025

Discover how language, identity, and belonging shape confidence for non-native professionals in this inspiring talk with coach Anna Beregovaia.

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Your Accent Is Your Identity. Podcast Episode 29

Daniele Ponzo

Published on: 14/08/2025

Your Accent Is Your Identity — Why You Should Embrace It at Work In Episode 29 of The Non-Native Leader Podcast, I spoke with Karuna Dwivedi, an English language specialist.

Easy English for IT: Unlock Your Global Career with Confidence

Daniele Ponzo Published on: 29/09/2025

Discover Easy English for IT, the first book designed for non-native tech professionals. Learn strategies, real-world examples, and the HACK method to speak confidently and grow your career.

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