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    Sales Engineering Leadership: How Modern Presales Leaders Build High-Impact Teams That Scale, Adapt, and Win

    Stephen Morse

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    Sales Engineering Leadership: How Modern Presales Leaders Build High-Impact Teams That Scale, Adapt, and Win

    May 12, 2026

    A practical field guide for building and leading high-performing presales organizations. Drawing on SE leadership experience, SELI training work, and examples from modern technology companies, the book focuses on scaling teams, improving operating discipline, building trust, adapting to AI-driven go-to-market change, and leading with both organizational rigor and human judgment.
    The Presales Navigation System

    Dmitri Lee (Li)

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    The Presales Navigation System

    September 21, 2025

    This book offers a practical navigational framework for Sales Engineers, drawing invaluable lessons from real-world deal narratives that encompass both successes and failures. It empowers professionals to proactively voice concerns, assert control, and leverage their expertise to effectively guide complex sales processes, offering strategic direction and momentum for presales success.
    Mastering the Art of Sales Engineering: Develop essential skills and gain valuable insights for high-tech sales engineering success

    Jeffrey Silver; Jason Mar-Tang

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    Mastering the Art of Sales Engineering: Develop essential skills and gain valuable insights for high-tech sales engineering success

    September 30, 2024

    A comprehensive guide for both new and experienced sales engineers, covering the full scope of the role. Draws on real-world experience to balance technical expertise with soft skills – from effective communication and managing complex demos/POCs to navigating sales cycles and internal collaboration.
    Look Me In The Eye. Using Video To Build Relationships with Customers, Partners and Teams

    Julie Hansen

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    Look Me In The Eye. Using Video To Build Relationships with Customers, Partners and Teams

    September 26, 2021

    This book provides practical tips to improve your virtual presence, from body language to engagement. Even if you're experienced, you'll find many actionable ideas—17 in my case—that boost confidence and connection online. Highly recommended for everyone looking to enhance their remote communication.
    The Social Sales Engineer: Timeless Principles for Achieving Thought Leadership

    Patrick Pissang

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    The Social Sales Engineer: Timeless Principles for Achieving Thought Leadership

    September 4, 2021

    This witty book tells the story of Elias, a timid SE who grows into a hero through self-love and discovery. Mixing philosophy and pop psychology, it inspires personal growth, happiness, and confidence—helping you unlock your full potential beyond demos.
    Thanks for the Feedback: The Science and Art of Receiving Feedback Well

    Douglas Stone, Sheila Heen

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    Thanks for the Feedback: The Science and Art of Receiving Feedback Well

    June 26, 2015

    A practical book about receiving criticism, coaching, evaluations, and informal feedback more effectively. For Sales Engineers, it is useful for improving coachability, handling customer and manager input, and turning difficult feedback into clearer performance and career development in daily work.