Albert Strasheim, CTO at Rippling, on Embracing Rapid Iteration and Setting Goals for Accountability

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May 23, 2024

Albert Strasheim, CTO at Rippling, discusses hands-on leadership, setting actionable goals, and embracing rapid iteration to drive company success. He highlights the importance of efficient project management, prioritizing bug fixes, and the future of HR software. Albert's insights provide valuable strategies for leadership and team dynamics.

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ADVICE

Early Stage Growth

Join early-stage companies to learn through chaos and rapid growth.
Embrace bigger challenges at progressively larger companies to apply and expand your learnings.

ADVICE

Hands-On Leadership

Stay hands-on and deeply understand the work.
Work closely with engineering and product teams.

ADVICE

Rapid Iteration

Embrace rapid iteration and be comfortable with building temporary solutions.
Prioritize weekly demos and feedback loops for flexibility and quick iteration.

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Albert’s role as CTO & SVP of Engineering at Rippling is marked by an impressive blend of technical expertise and leadership experience. In discussion with host Aydin Mirzaee, Albert delves into the diverse experiences that have shaped his career, including pivotal positions at Segment, Mesosphere, and Cloudflare. His journey from engineering roles to top-tier management illustrates his deep commitment to hands-on leadership and continuous improvement.

A cornerstone of Albert’s leadership philosophy is fostering an environment where both innovation and quality are prioritized. He highlights Rippling’s strategic planning processes, including the importance of setting clear, actionable goals and maintaining flexibility to adapt to new information. Albert also touches on the future of HR software, emphasizing the integration of AI and the critical role of understanding employee data to drive better business outcomes.

In episode 6 of season 2, Albert emphasizes the significance of effective project management through mechanisms like blitz meetings, which streamline decision-making and ensure efficient execution of critical initiatives. His insights into leadership, team dynamics, and the evolving landscape of HR technology provide listeners with valuable strategies to implement in their own organizations.

Tune in to explore Albert’s techniques and insights that have contributed to Rippling’s success as a fast-growing technology company, valued at over $13 billion.

This episode offers a wealth of actionable advice for leaders looking to drive innovation, maintain quality, and lead with intention and impact.

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TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:

[03:26] Advice for aspiring leaders

[07:09] The importance of being hands-on leader

[11:58] Planning and prioritization in a rapidly growing company

[19:03] Utilizing Quality Weeks

[29:50] Strategic planning and setting goals

[34:48] The future of HR software and the role of AI

[40:40] Underrated leadership advice

👉 Check out the resources mentioned here: ⁠https://fellow.app/supermanagers/albert-strasheim-rippling/⁠

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Read ⁠The Goal⁠ by Eliyahu M. Goldratt
Connect with Albert on ⁠LinkedIn⁠

Join the ⁠Supermanagers Slack community⁠