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Jun 18, 2024 • 32min

#88 Henrik Mitsch: Breaking Biases - Strategies for Inclusive Leadership

Welcome to the Better Tech Leadership podcast, where we connect with tech leaders from all over the world to share their know-how on bridging the gap between business and tech. In this episode, host Leszek Knoll, CEO of software development agency @‌Brainhubeu, talks with Henrik Mitsch, VP Elli Digital at Elli - A Brand of the Volkswagen Group about: - Strategies for acknowledging and addressing biases and prejudices in organizational culture. - Techniques for effective leadership, including approaches to delegation and consultation. - Insights into navigating challenges unique to the technology sector, such as rapid innovation and complex technical architectures. - Advice for aspiring leaders on prioritizing outcomes over output and cultivating deep expertise in their field. - Perspectives on fostering inclusivity and promoting diversity within teams and organizations. Subscribe to our channel and hit the notification bell to be the first to know when new #bettertechleadership podcasts are released. Interested in becoming a guest on the Better Tech Leadership Podcast or more tech leadership knowledge? Connect with Leszek and Matt on LinkedIn ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/leszekknoll/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/mwarcholinski/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bettertechleadership.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We appreciate your feedback, so please leave your comments, questions, and suggestions in the comment section below.
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Jun 11, 2024 • 29min

#87 Felipe Streb: Unlocking Engineering Leadership - Insights from the Automotive Industry

Welcome to the Better Tech Leadership podcast, where we connect with tech leaders from all over the world to share their know-how on bridging the gap between business and tech. In this episode, host Matt Warcholinski, co-founder of software development agency @‌Brainhubeu, talks with Felipe Streb, Founder at Welin about: - The Journey to Leadership: Insights into the career path from software developer to engineering manager, including the importance of understanding the business side of tech. - Cultural Differences in Work Environments: How working in different countries, specifically Spain and Germany, can shape engineering practices and leadership styles. - Building Effective Teams: Strategies for creating open communication channels within teams, especially with introverted team members, and fostering trust by addressing their concerns promptly. - Crucial Conversations: The importance of having difficult yet necessary conversations and the impact of effective communication on team dynamics and project success. - Balancing Quality and Value: Approaches to balancing technical quality with business value, ensuring that development efforts are aligned with company goals. Subscribe to our channel and hit the notification bell to be the first to know when new #bettertechleadership podcasts are released. Interested in becoming a guest on the Better Tech Leadership Podcast or more tech leadership knowledge? Connect with Leszek and Matt on LinkedIn ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/leszekknoll/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/mwarcholinski/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bettertechleadership.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We appreciate your feedback, so please leave your comments, questions, and suggestions in the comment section below.
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Jun 4, 2024 • 35min

#86 Pat Kua: Crafting Success in Tech - Stories from the Frontlines of Innovation

Welcome to the Better Tech Leadership podcast, where we connect with tech leaders from all over the world to share their know-how on bridging the gap between business and tech. In this episode, host Matt Warcholinski, co-founder of software development agency @‌Brainhubeu, talks with Pat Kua, Tech Lead Academy about: - Insights into International Career Transitions: Learn about the journey from Australia to Germany and the challenges and opportunities encountered along the way. - Navigating the Tech Landscape: Gain understanding of the differences between consulting, startups, and established companies in the tech industry, and how each environment shapes leadership and product development. - Team Scaling and Leadership Evolution: Discover strategies for scaling teams rapidly, insights into leadership evolution from CPO to chief scientist, and lessons learned in guiding organizations through growth phases. - Board Advisory Roles Demystified: Understand the role and responsibilities of board advisory positions in tech companies, and how they contribute to decision-making and strategy. - Personal Growth and Leadership Lessons: Hear firsthand accounts of overcoming challenges, managing difficult situations, and the most impactful lessons learned in leadership development within the tech sector. Subscribe to our channel and hit the notification bell to be the first to know when new #bettertechleadership podcasts are released. Interested in becoming a guest on the Better Tech Leadership Podcast or more tech leadership knowledge? Connect with Leszek and Matt on LinkedIn ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/leszekknoll/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/mwarcholinski/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bettertechleadership.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We appreciate your feedback, so please leave your comments, questions, and suggestions in the comment section below.
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May 28, 2024 • 34min

#85 Gergana Drockur: Beyond Delivery - Redefining Product Management in Today's Landscape

Welcome to the Better Tech Leadership podcast, where we connect with tech leaders from all over the world to share their know-how on bridging the gap between business and tech. In this episode, host Matt Warcholinski, co-founder of software development agency @‌Brainhubeu, talks with Gergana Drockur, Founder AI Product Fellows at AI Product Fellows about: - The evolution of product management from a delivery-focused role to a more holistic approach encompassing business understanding, customer needs, and product discovery. - The challenges and emotional toll faced by product managers, including the pressure to meet expectations from various stakeholders and the constant decision-making required. - The importance of personal growth and unlearning old approaches in adapting to the changing landscape of product management. - Valuable resources recommended for product managers, including insightful blogs, podcasts, and books covering essential topics like entrepreneurship, product discovery, and growth hacking. - Insights into the broader trends shaping the field of product management, including the influence of agile practices, the integration of business context into product development, and the need for continuous learning and adaptation. Subscribe to our channel and hit the notification bell to be the first to know when new #bettertechleadership podcasts are released. Interested in becoming a guest on the Better Tech Leadership Podcast or more tech leadership knowledge? Connect with Leszek and Matt on LinkedIn ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/leszekknoll/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/mwarcholinski/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bettertechleadership.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We appreciate your feedback, so please leave your comments, questions, and suggestions in the comment section below.
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May 21, 2024 • 51min

#84 Juan Garberi: The Tech Leadership Odyssey - From Learning to Leading

Juan Garberi, Engineering Team Lead at Wolt, discusses leadership perspectives, tech challenges, personal growth, and effective communication in the tech industry. He shares insights on adapting leadership styles, navigating complex technical issues, and continuous learning for personal development. Recommended resources for enhancing leadership skills are also highlighted.
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May 14, 2024 • 30min

#83 Andrew Martinez-Fonts: Strategies for Success in Product Development and Leadership

Welcome to the Better Tech Leadership podcast, where we connect with tech leaders from all over the world to share their know-how on bridging the gap between business and tech. In this episode, host Leszek Knoll, co-founder of software development agency @‌Brainhubeu, talks with Andrew Martinez-Fonts, VP Product at honeysales about: - Understanding the intricacies of product development and innovation within the tech industry, including the importance of agile methodologies and rapid prototyping. - Insights into the differences in mindset between regions like the US and Europe regarding risk-taking, innovation, and the approach to business operations. - Strategies for balancing agility with efficiency in product teams, including the significance of embracing failure as a learning opportunity and prioritizing experimentation. - Exploration of the evolution of leadership styles over time, from management-centric approaches to more visionary leadership focused on setting clear goals and empowering teams. - Practical advice on navigating the challenges of scaling product teams, optimizing processes, and fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration within organizations. Subscribe to our channel and hit the notification bell to be the first to know when new #bettertechleadership podcasts are released. Interested in becoming a guest on the Better Tech Leadership Podcast or more tech leadership knowledge? Connect with Leszek and Matt on LinkedIn ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/leszekknoll/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/mwarcholinski/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bettertechleadership.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We appreciate your feedback, so please leave your comments, questions, and suggestions in the comment section below.
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May 7, 2024 • 30min

#82 Yenny Cheung: From Engineer to Leader - A Journey of Growth and Insight

Welcome to the Better Tech Leadership podcast, where we connect with tech leaders from all over the world to share their know-how on bridging the gap between business and tech. In this episode, host Matt Warcholinski, co-founder of software development agency @‌Brainhubeu, talks with Yenny Cheung, Angel Investor at Alma Angels about: - The complexities of leadership roles, particularly in middle management, and the challenges of balancing team management with higher-level expectations. - Strategies for fostering empathy and open communication channels within teams, essential for effective leadership. - Insights into creating inclusive work environments, particularly in hybrid or remote setups, and the importance of social connection in maintaining team cohesion. - Valuable book recommendations for leadership development, offering practical insights and strategies for skill enhancement and growth mindset. - Perspectives on talent development and the power of deliberate practice, highlighting the potential for continuous learning and improvement in any role. Subscribe to our channel and hit the notification bell to be the first to know when new #bettertechleadership podcasts are released. Interested in becoming a guest on the Better Tech Leadership Podcast or more tech leadership knowledge? Connect with Leszek and Matt on LinkedIn ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/leszekknoll/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/mwarcholinski/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bettertechleadership.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We appreciate your feedback, so please leave your comments, questions, and suggestions in the comment section below.
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Apr 30, 2024 • 51min

#81 Sérgio Laranjeira: Journey Through Tech - Insights & Reflections

Welcome to the Better Tech Leadership podcast, where we connect with tech leaders from all over the world to share their know-how on bridging the gap between business and tech. In this episode, host Matt Warcholinski, co-founder of software development agency @‌Brainhubeu, talks with Sérgio Laranjeira, CTO at Metacore about: - Strategies for managing stakeholder expectations effectively. - The importance of transparent communication in both internal and external relationships. - Approaches to conflict resolution and the value of addressing conflicts directly. - Recommendations for resources such as books and conferences to further professional growth. - Perspectives on the evolving landscape of technology, including the significance of industry events like the Web Summit. Subscribe to our channel and hit the notification bell to be the first to know when new #bettertechleadership podcasts are released. Interested in becoming a guest on the Better Tech Leadership Podcast or more tech leadership knowledge? Connect with Leszek and Matt on LinkedIn ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/leszekknoll/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/mwarcholinski/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bettertechleadership.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We appreciate your feedback, so please leave your comments, questions, and suggestions in the comment section below.
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Apr 28, 2024 • 49min

#80 Metin Zerman: Investor Wisdom, Continuous Learning, and Embracing Discomfort in Decision-making

Welcome to the Better Tech Leadership podcast, where we connect with tech leaders from all over the world to share their know-how on bridging the gap between business and tech. In this episode, host Matt Warcholinski, co-founder of software development agency @Brainhubeu, talks with Metin Zerman, Head of Start-up Investments at Energie 360° about: - Effective Leadership in Entrepreneurship: Importance of leadership in inspiring teams, personal experiences in company growth, and the role of leaders in the transformation of sectors like energy. - Role of Investors & Board Members: Emphasis on the due diligence process, balancing control and feedback, and how these figures can guide and support startup founders throughout their journey. - Relationship Management: The significance of cultivating strong, conflict-free relationships in business, and the value of introducing diverse perspectives into decision-making. - Evaluating Startups: Criteria for assessing the potential success of startups, including market value, timing, uniqueness, and the quality of the leadership team. - Continuous Learning & Staying Updated: The imperative of staying informed with market trends, and the utilization of resources like books, podcasts, and personal experiences for holistic growth and knowledge. Subscribe to our channel and hit the notification bell to be the first to know when new #bettertechleadership podcasts are released. Interested in becoming a guest on the Better Tech Leadership Podcast or more tech leadership knowledge? Connect with Leszek and Matt on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leszekknoll/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mwarcholinski/ Website: https://bettertechleadership.com/ We appreciate your feedback, so please leave your comments, questions, and suggestions in the comment section below.
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Apr 23, 2024 • 48min

#79 Oleksandr Taran: From Idea to Implementation - Lessons in Startup Leadership

Welcome to the Better Tech Leadership podcast, where we connect with tech leaders from all over the world to share their know-how on bridging the gap between business and tech. In this episode, host Leszek Knoll, co-founder of software development agency @‌Brainhubeu, talks with Oleksandr Taran, Co-Founder & CTO at Frienton about: - The importance of effectively communicating between technical and business teams in a startup environment. - Strategies for navigating limited financing and prioritizing technical decisions to achieve cost efficiency. - Insight into how financial and business administration challenges led to the development of a startup solution. - Understanding the role of a CTO in both technical architecture and business development. - Personal insights and advice on leadership, continuous learning, and maintaining passion in the startup journey. Subscribe to our channel and hit the notification bell to be the first to know when new #bettertechleadership podcasts are released. Interested in becoming a guest on the Better Tech Leadership Podcast or more tech leadership knowledge? Connect with Leszek and Matt on LinkedIn ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/leszekknoll/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mwarcholinski/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bettertechleadership.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We appreciate your feedback, so please leave your comments, questions, and suggestions in the comment section below.

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