Managing Politics in a High-Growth Software Company with Mario Araujo

So often, those in growth roles feel like there's no room for mistakes. Like their job is to know the answers to everything.

In this episode, Mario Araujo, VP of Growth at Graphext.com and Product Growth Advisor, discusses the soft-skills needed to develop your leadership style. Listen in for his insights on owning up to mistakes, being clear and empathetic in communication while seeking ways to improve, and creating an environment where colleagues feel comfortable having open and respectful conversations. Along the way, you'll also hear how to go from being the person who jumps on every idea the CEO utters to the person who challenges those thoughts in a productive and respectful manner.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

1. Strategies for direct, honest communication with your CEO

2. The impact leaning into “soft skills” has on culture and your own leadership style

3. How to own your mistakes and seek improvement rather than pretending to have all the answers

Things to Listen for:

[05:07] Mario's journey from technical trainer to growth expert

[13:08] The positive impact of cultivating an open, supportive culture

[21:48] Building trust through honest communication with your CEO

[29:23] Navigating office politics

[35:24] Owning up to mistakes and taking action instead of making excuses

[38:28] Valuing a healthy work/life balance

Resources:

- Connect with Mario on LinkedIn or his website

- Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn or Twitter

- Learn more about Navattic

- Learn more about MadKudu