Break Into Solution Engineering with

Thinking about a career in Solution Engineering but not sure where to start?

Solution Engineering is one of the most rewarding and misunderstood roles in tech. It sits at the intersection of technology, business, communication, and problem solving. Great Solution Engineers don't just know the product—they know how to uncover customer challenges, build trust, tell compelling stories, and demonstrate value.

Having worked as a Solution Engineer at Microsoft and helped mentor aspiring SEs through career transitions, interviews, and skill development, I've seen first-hand what separates successful candidates from the rest.

In this session, we'll demystify the role, explore the skills that hiring managers are looking for, and create a plan to help you position yourself for success. Whether you're coming from a technical, consulting, customer-facing, or completely different background, you'll leave with a clearer understanding of the path ahead and actionable steps to accelerate your progress.

What We'll Cover

✅ What Solution Engineers actually do day-to-day

✅ The key skills hiring managers look for

✅ Discovery and business conversation techniques

✅ Demo and presentation skills

✅ Storytelling and communicating value

✅ Building relevant experience, even before you have the title

✅ CV and LinkedIn profile review

✅ Common mistakes candidates make during interviews

✅ Creating a personalised development plan

Ideal For
Aspiring Solution Engineers
Pre-Sales Consultants
Customer Success Professionals
Technical Consultants
Graduates and Career Changers
Anyone curious about a customer-facing technical career
What You'll Leave With
A clear understanding of the Solution Engineering role
Insight into the hiring and interview process
Practical advice tailored to your experience level
A roadmap for developing the right skills
Specific actions to strengthen your CV, LinkedIn profile, and interview readiness

Breaking into Solution Engineering isn't about having all the answers. It's about learning how to understand problems, communicate effectively, and help customers succeed. The good news is that these skills can be learned—and I'll show you where to start.

👋Hi, I’m Dilyana — a Microsoft Solutions Engineer, Certified Trainer (MCT), and Business Applications Most Valuable Professional(MVP). I’ve spent over a decade in tech, from CRM consulting and low-code delivery to speaking at global Microsoft events and mentoring junior professionals into confident leaders.

My ideal mentees are:
🎯Professionals entering CRM, low-code, or consulting roles
🎯Career switchers breaking into tech even from non-traditional backgrounds
🎯Aspiring consultants or pre-sales professionals needing confidence and structure
🎯Microsoft ecosystem explorers seeking clarity and certifications
🎯Women in tech and underrepresented groups looking for support and visibility
🎯Aspiring speakers/bloggers wanting to build a personal brand

What You’ll Get
✅️Career transition into tech plan
📚Review of your resume/CV/LinkedIn profile and personalized recommendations how to really make it stand out
🤖Build confidence with Microsoft tools and technical topics
🎤Develop consulting readiness and communication skills
🧩Prepare for demos, interviews, or your first tech role (even if you don’t tick all the “typical” boxes)
📜Explore Microsoft certifications and create a learning plan
🤓Technical advise on Dynamics365, Power Platform and Copilot
📚Grow your personal brand or speaking presence in the community

🛠️ How I Mentor
💬 Discovery session to define your goals and focus areas
📅 1:1 sessions for skills development and feedback
💡 Optional mock interviews or demos
📨 Ongoing chat support for questions and guidance
📂 Custom resources, learning paths, and mini-challenges

My style is honest, encouraging, and practical — expect real talk, tailored advice, and the occasional Taekwondo metaphor 🥋

Let me know if you'd like help with setting goals, prepping for a new role, or just figuring out what’s next. I’d love to help you grow your confidence and thrive in tech.

Book a quick one-off session or click the apply now button and let's get started!