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Modern Web Podcast S12E23- Challenges of Growing into a Software Leadership Role with Gant Laborde
Sep 5, 2024
Gant Laborde, Chief Innovation Officer at Infinite Red, shares his journey through the tech landscape, transitioning from student to leader. He discusses the challenges of innovation and the crucial need for trust in leadership. The conversation dives into the evolving role of AI and the excitement of pushing boundaries within software teams. Gant emphasizes the importance of managing both upwards and downwards, while also addressing the complexities faced by middle management. Ultimately, he highlights the courage required to make bold decisions and why leadership is a rewarding endeavor.
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- Gant Laborde emphasizes the importance of building trust and managing relationships both upward and downward for successful software leadership.
- He advocates for fostering a culture of experimentation within teams to integrate emerging technologies like AI while meeting client needs.
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Navigating Future Technologies
Gantt Leboard emphasizes the necessity of keeping an eye on emerging technologies to effectively integrate them into existing frameworks. He acknowledges that while adopting every new technology isn't feasible, being prepared for when clients express interest is vital. For instance, as AI becomes more commonplace in app development, it's important to establish a solid foundation for incorporating AI features within applications. This proactive stance positions the company to better respond to clients’ future demands and technological shifts.
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