Thiago Ghisi

Thiago Ghisi, a tech veteran with 20 years of experience straddling Brazil and the U.S., shares his insights on engineering leadership and culture. He emphasizes the power of leading by example and engaging directly with teams. The discussion highlights the benefits of 'glue work,' often overlooked yet essential for career growth. Thiago also compares the professional landscapes of Brazil and the U.S., touching on work-life balance and career opportunities. He offers wisdom on navigating transitions into management and the importance of self-awareness in career decisions.

Thiago Ghisi, Director of Engineering at Nubank, discusses what makes managers successful, career development in tech, and transitioning from expert to strategist. Topics include productivity, feedback loops, becoming a technical manager, and the Four Ps model for effective management.

Thiago Ghisi, Director of Engineering at Nubank, discusses the essential skills and key attributes of engineering leaders. They talk about efficient decision-making, developing new features, taking ownership and responsibility, and the four Ps of engineering leadership. The episode also includes promotions for the guest's podcast and the show's Substack.

Thiago Ghisi, diretor de engenharia na Nubank e com uma carreira de 20 anos em empresas como American Express e Apple, compartilha sua visão sobre liderança. Ele discute estratégias sustentáveis para escalar resultados sem trabalhar mais horas, enfatizando a priorização eficaz usando o framework LNO. Thiago destaca a importância da delegação estratégica e comunicação constante para o desenvolvimento das equipes. Além disso, aborda erros comuns na liderança e a importância de um bom planejamento semanal para otimizar o desempenho organizacional.

Thiago Ghisi, Director of Engineering at Nubank, discusses the journey to becoming an engineering manager, the four C's paradigm for career management, skills and qualities for engineering managers, tips to stand out in the interview process, and the benefits of promoting from within the same company.

Thiago Ghisi, Director of Engineering at Nubank, boasts nearly 20 years in tech, previously shaping projects at Apple and American Express. He dives into his journey from engineering to leadership and the pivotal role of being a 'glue person' in teams. The conversation reveals Nubank's adoption of Flutter to unify mobile development, enhancing scalability for 100 million users. Thiago also discusses the groundbreaking server-driven UI that revolutionized their processes, emphasizing flexibility, continuous delivery, and a strong company culture driving success.

Thiago Ghisi, an engineering leader and Director of Engineering at Nubank, dives deep into the world of Staff+ engineers. He discusses the vital attributes that differentiate successful Staff+ engineers, emphasizing high impact, strategic planning, and ownership. Thiago shares insights on the importance of soft skills like stakeholder management and highlights the role of mentors over checklists in career growth. He also reflects on his own journey from development to leadership, showcasing how real-world experiences shape effective engineers.

Thiago Ghisi shares insights on onboarding, prioritizing time in a large engineering organization. He discusses challenges of transitioning to an engineering management role, managing engineering teams effectively, and the importance of establishing a positive onboarding experience. The conversation also touches on strategies for managing managers, central tech contacts, and influential leadership books.

Thiago Ghisi, an Engineering Director with 15+ years of experience, discusses his career in tech, the keys to career growth, personal branding, mentoring, and cheap investments with high return. He emphasizes the importance of impact and influence, expanding horizons beyond technical skills, and giving back to the industry through mentorship. Personal branding and self-promotion strategies are also explored, along with the value of therapy and online courses for personal growth.

Thiago Ghisi, diretor de engenharia na American Express, compartilha segredos sobre os processos seletivos nas Big Techs. Ele discute a importância de uma preparação específica para as entrevistas, incluindo a metodologia do Interview Kickstart. Thiago também enfatiza a diferença entre candidatos de startups e grandes empresas, além de dar dicas sobre como estruturar respostas usando o framework SAR. Por fim, aborda a complexidade da transição para cargos de gestão e a importância de uma boa negociação salarial.