

Are You Really Thinking Like a CTO? with Alan Williamson, CTO & Author
17 snips Sep 16, 2024
Alan Williamson, a CTO and author known for merging technical expertise with leadership, dives into the hurdles CTOs face. He emphasizes the necessity for tech leaders to elevate their communication skills, particularly when dealing with non-technical stakeholders. Williamson also offers insights on understanding tech compensation, the significance of active listening in leadership, and shares advice for first-time CTOs. With anecdotes highlighting the power of storytelling, he underscores how vision can steer a CTO's path in an ever-evolving tech landscape.
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Intro
00:00 • 4min
The Communication Imperative for CTOs
04:12 • 16min
Understanding Tech Compensation Dynamics
20:10 • 10min
Essential Advice for First-Time CTOs
29:51 • 3min
Guiding Technical Leaders in Team Communication and Decision-Making
32:35 • 3min
Mastering Communication as a CTO
35:45 • 4min