Better Tech 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 Matt Warcholinski, co-founder of software development agency @‌Brainhubeu, talks with John Collins, Engineering Leader, ex Vinted, Flixbus, Spotify, Microsoft about: - Understanding the importance of flexibility in agile methodologies and adapting sprint cadences to suit team dynamics. - Recognizing and navigating cultural differences in the workplace for effective collaboration and communication. - Implementing clear delegation processes to empower team members and streamline project delivery. - Leveraging resources like the "Culture Map" to comprehend and respect diverse work cultures. - Embracing pragmatic leadership approaches to foster team growth and success in engineering environments. 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.

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 James C. Ford⁠, Chief Architect at GAIN Credit about: - Tech Evolution and Challenges: Understand the historical challenges and evolution of technology, from mainframes to modern AI. - Remote Team Collaboration: Learn strategies for effective collaboration in distributed teams, including overcoming time zone differences and communication overhead. - Remote Work Productivity: Explore the myths and realities of remote work productivity and the importance of upskilling managers for remote team leadership. - Leadership Insights: Discover key leadership principles such as empowerment, constructive feedback, and fostering a culture of dissent for innovation. - Recommended Resources: Gain valuable book and podcast recommendations to enhance knowledge in areas like DevOps, threat modeling, and cognitive biases. 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.

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 Yair Neumann VP Product Management at Kaltura about: - Career Adaptability: Witness the journey from unconventional beginnings in photography and bar ownership to leadership roles in the tech industry, highlighting the importance of adaptability and seizing opportunities for professional growth. - Entrepreneurial Problem-Solving: Explore innovative solutions to challenges faced in entrepreneurship, such as leveraging technology to attract clientele to a bar and navigating the intricacies of the nightlife industry. - Tech Proficiency's Impact: Understand how proficiency in coding languages propelled the career trajectory, leading to roles in product management and technology leadership. - Product Landscape Diversity: Gain insights into a wide array of product landscapes, spanning from ad servers and monetization tools to interactive content creation and enterprise streaming solutions, offering a comprehensive view of the tech industry's diversity. - Product Development Strategies: Learn essential product management strategies, including the integration of qualitative research, cross-functional collaboration, and user-centric approaches, critical for successful product development in enterprise-grade solutions. 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.

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 Yahav Peri, Co-Founder and CTO/VP R&D at Cypago about: - Understanding the crucial distinction between basic automation tasks and the automation of security controls in the realm of cybersecurity and GRC. - Insight into the founding principles and functionalities of Cypago, a CyberGRC automation platform, including its seamless integration with existing tool stacks and its role in enhancing cybersecurity management, risk management, and compliance. - The importance of top-down visibility and enforcement in ensuring that security policies are effectively implemented and enforced across an organization, with real-world examples illustrating its significance. - Exploration of how AI, particularly natural language processing (NLP), is utilized to analyze and align text-based documents such as policies, procedures, and regulations with security controls, aiding in compliance and security management. - A holistic understanding of cybersecurity management and compliance, encompassing the organization's entire security posture, the challenges posed by dynamic environments, and the role of automation and AI in addressing these challenges effectively. 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.

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 Aaron Rice, CIO at Vorboss about: - Leadership Insights: Gain valuable insights into tech leadership from a seasoned professional, exploring the challenges and successes of navigating the industry. - Strategic Decision-Making: Learn about strategic decision-making in software engineering, especially in times of rapid growth and change, offering lessons on balancing innovation and stability. - Hybrid Work Environments: Understand the nuanced perspective on remote work and in-person collaboration, exploring the benefits and challenges of each and their impact on critical business functions. - Problem-Solving Techniques: Discover innovative problem-solving techniques, including the use of low-code tools, and how they can be integrated into a robust software engineering strategy. - Professional Growth and Adaptability: Explore the speaker's personal journey of growth and adaptation, from an anxiety-driven developer to a confident tech leader, with valuable lessons on continuous learning and embracing challenges. 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.

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 Mateusz Konieczny, Full Stack Developer at @‌Brainhubeu, talks with David Gebhardt, CTO & CPO at mobile.de about: - Understanding Legacy and Technical Depth: Gain insights into how legacy systems are perceived and the nuances of technical depth within a tech organization. - Cost of Change Concept: Delve into the concept of the "cost of change" and how it influences decision-making in software engineering, emphasizing the importance of balancing functional excellence with building new features. - Organizational Adaptation: Explore the connection between organizational structure and software development, understanding how an organization's evolution impacts communication, product structure, and technology choices. - Strategies for Addressing Technical Debt: Discover practical strategies for addressing technical debt, including the allocation of time for functional excellence, prioritization, and the use of metrics to measure and monitor platform health. - Incubation Depth and Deliberate Decision-Making: Explore scenarios where intentional technical debt is incurred for experimental projects, understanding the concept of "incubation depth" and the importance of clear communication and commitment before initiating such projects. 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, Matt, Mateusz on LinkedIn ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/leszekknoll/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/mwarcholinski/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/mjkonieczny/⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://bettertechleadership.com/⁠⁠⁠ We appreciate your feedback, so please leave your comments, questions, and suggestions in the comment section below.

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 Bala Muthiah, Head of Engineering - Vehicles at Lyft  about: - Navigating Tech Challenges: Gain insights into the multifaceted role of a head of engineering, including translating company vision, aligning leaders with organizational goals, and fostering innovation. - Mission for Product Success: Understand the mission of tech leadership in making product development seamless, delivering high-value products, and maintaining a customer-centric approach. - Innovative Culture: Explore the importance of an open and innovative culture within a company, emphasizing problem-solving principles and collaboration to drive success. - Effective Mentoring: Learn key elements for effective mentoring, including setting clear goals, building relationships, and maintaining openness to achieve incremental growth. - Scaling Teams Successfully: Discover valuable lessons in scaling teams, emphasizing the commitment to investing in people, adapting organizational structures, and prioritizing effective communication in large teams. 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.

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 Benedykt Dryl, Head of Engineering at @‌Brainhubeu, talks with Sam McAfee, Founder & Managing Director at @Startup Patterns about: - Tech Journey Through Time: Gain insights into a professional's extensive experience, starting from the late '90s dot-com boom, navigating economic crashes, and witnessing the transformative impact of tech waves over the years. - Engineering-Product Interplay: Understand the unique role straddling engineering and product functions, offering a nuanced perspective on their interconnectedness and how it shapes the overall tech landscape. - Holistic Organizational Focus: Explore the shift in the speaker's career focus towards organizational health, emphasizing the importance of factors beyond tech teams, such as leadership, communication styles, and cultural values, in driving successful product development. - Tech Cycles Deja Vu: Reflect on consistent patterns observed in the tech industry, drawing parallels between historical periods of hype, crashes, and recoveries, and the current wave of excitement surrounding generative AI. - Generative AI Realism: Gain a critical understanding of generative AI's capabilities, particularly in writing and coding tasks, with an emphasis on the current challenges and potential pitfalls. 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, Matt, Mateusz on LinkedIn ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/leszekknoll/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/mwarcholinski/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/mjkonieczny/⁠ https://www.linkedin.com/in/benedykt-dryl/ Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://bettertechleadership.com/⁠⁠⁠ We appreciate your feedback, so please leave your comments, questions, and suggestions in the comment section below.

Guest Jack Godau, Chief Digital Officer at @doctorly, discusses strategic decision-making, effective team collaboration, balancing business goals, choosing the right technology, and documenting decision-making in software development. They also explore legacy systems, business challenges, software development mistakes, managing a simulation, and considering the 'people factor' in introducing new technology

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 Elad Yosifon, Chief Technology Officer at Kueez about: - Operational Agility: Gain insights into how the company effectively optimizes its operations, focusing on adaptability and making decisions in real-time based on changing circumstances. - Efficient Scaling with Limited Resources: Discover how the company successfully scaled its infrastructure and operations with a lean team, leveraging offshore resources and building advanced tools to automate processes. - Generative AI Applications: Understand the company's historical use of generative AI, such as GANs, and explore the potential and current applications of generative AI in content creation, marketing, and communication. - Remote Work Adaptation: Learn about the company's experience and strategies in transitioning to a hybrid work model during the COVID-19 pandemic, addressing challenges related to communication, team dynamics, and maintaining productivity. - Hiring Philosophy and Team Dynamics: Explore the company's approach to hiring, emphasizing qualities like pleasantness, accountability, autonomy, and leadership. Understand the challenges of hiring in a small talent pool and the significance of trust and cohesion within the team. 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.