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The Engineering Leadership Podcast

Making the Transition from Large to Smaller Companies w/ Vinod Marur & Ali Irturk #141

Aug 1, 2023
Vinod Marur, SVP of Engineering at Databricks, and Ali Irturk, VP of Engineering at CommerceHub, discuss strategies and challenges in transitioning from large companies to smaller startups. They emphasize continuous learning, cultivating cross-functional relationships, and the importance of perseverance and mindset shift. The conversation also covers the significance of testing in software development and balancing perspectives. The speakers explore the dilemma of balancing priorities and effective leadership in smaller companies.
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  • Transitioning to a smaller company requires adaptability and a mindset of building from scratch.
  • Understanding the context and culture of a smaller company is crucial when joining.

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Importance of Building Houses

When transitioning from a larger company to a smaller one, it is important to embrace the mindset of building houses rather than simply painting walls. This means being willing to take on the responsibility of building something from scratch and being adaptable to new challenges.

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