Modern CTO Upgrading Beyond Dashboard Graveyards with Dylan Etkin, Founder & CEO at Sleuth
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Nov 21, 2024 
Dylan Etkin, Founder and CEO of Sleuth, dives into the critical role of engineering metrics and team alignment for CTOs. He reveals how to escape the pitfalls of 'dashboard graveyards' by implementing metrics that drive significant change. The discussion also covers the impact of AI on creativity, the need for effective meeting transformations, and the importance of aligning engineering efforts with business objectives. Dylan shares insights on workflow automation and personal growth, making a compelling case for data-driven leadership.
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Dashboard Graveyards
- Dashboard graveyards are collections of unused, impactful dashboards.
- These dashboards may contain promising information, but a lack of shared understanding renders them ineffective.
Effective Meetings
- Make meetings more fulfilling by addressing details, data, and interpretations beforehand.
- This allows for focused, productive discussions and quicker alignment.
CTO's Balancing Act
- CTOs must balance building a world-class engineering organization with meeting business needs.
- This involves aligning engineering efforts with business outcomes using quantifiable data.