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Better Tech Leadership
#96 Edward Kruger: The Intersection of Compassion and Strategy in Business Growth
Aug 13, 2024
Edward Kruger, the Director of Engineering at Neo Financial, dives into the vital role of ownership and autonomy in business growth. He emphasizes how empowering employees enhances innovation and rapid scaling. Edward shares effective coaching techniques that boost engagement and self-reflection. Drawing from classic literature like 'The Art of War', he offers strategic insights applicable to modern challenges. He also addresses the hurdles of rapid scaling and shares resources to guide emerging leaders and CTOs in their journey.
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- Promoting ownership and autonomy within a company can drive innovation and rapid growth by empowering employees to make decisions.
- Effective coaching for younger engineers requires tailored feedback and fostering a culture of curiosity and self-reflection to navigate their unique challenges.
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Transitioning from South Africa to Canada
A key insight from Edward's journey is the significant transition he experienced when moving from South Africa to Canada in his entrepreneurial role. Initially working as a tech lead in a consultancy, he and his team pivoted to start their own software company after facing layoffs. This entrepreneurial venture led to managing numerous projects across Africa and gaining recognition as one of South Africa's top CTOs. Adapting to the Canadian market presented new challenges and opportunities, prompting a continuous search for new challenges and growth in his career.
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