Better Tech Leadership

Arylee McSweaney, Director Of Engineering at Etsy, discusses effective leadership strategies, tech enablement, QA and testing evolution, and the influence of stoicism on leadership. Topics include adapting to challenges, fostering a testing culture, aligning testing strategies with business goals, creating a developer-friendly environment, balancing legacy systems, and managing anxiety.

Leszek Knoll talks with Aviv Ben-Yosef, Tech Executive Consultant. They explore strategies for building a world-class tech team, transitioning to an innovation powerhouse, and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. They also discuss the importance of balancing technical expertise with product awareness and offer advice for aspiring leaders.

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 Fabian Mösli, Chief Product Officer, Co-Founder at Certifaction   about: - Strategies for Tech Team Excellence: Learn the key characteristics and practices that differentiate a good tech team from a world-class one, including insights into tripling delivery throughput. - Shifting from Execution to Collaboration: Understand the importance of moving beyond merely executing tasks to becoming true partners in the business, contributing to shaping objectives and strategies. - The Power of Product Mastery: Explore the concept of product mastery and its impact on engineering teams, emphasizing the need for engineers to understand not only the technical aspects but also the users, product, business, and competition. - Transitioning from a Feature Factory to an Innovation Powerhouse: Gain insights into the gradual process of transforming a tech team from a cost center that merely delivers to an innovation powerhouse that adds value to the entire company. - Breaking Down Silos and Fostering Innovation: Discover practical advice on breaking down silos within tech teams, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and creating a culture of innovation that allows for continuous improvement and creative problem-solving. 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 Noa Ganot, Market-Fit Specialist and Product Leadership Coach about: - Navigating Uncertainty: Understanding the importance of embracing uncertainty in leadership roles and the significance of making decisions in an uncertain world. - Product Strategy Essentials: Exploring the core elements of product strategy beyond the product itself, focusing on the holistic approach of market fit and storytelling. - Leadership and Storytelling: Recognizing the pivotal role of storytelling in product leadership and how it facilitates clearer communication, alignment, and collaboration. - Adaptability and Career Transitions: Learning from the speaker's journey, embracing unexpected career shifts, and being open to surprising opportunities that might redirect professional paths. - Clarity in Goals and Strategy: Gaining insights into the importance of setting clear, comprehensible objectives and strategies that drive teams towards successful outcomes, not just numerical KPIs. 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 David Gebhardt, CTO & CPO at mobile.de about: - Tech Industry Navigation: Strategies for staying informed and up-to-date within the dynamic tech landscape through diverse resources like podcasts, audiobooks, conferences, and newsletters. - Tool Decision-making: Insights into the challenges of choosing new tools that impact entire teams, including strategies for evaluation, testing, and integrating new technologies effectively. - Team Organization: Tips for successfully managing distributed teams across different setups, addressing challenges related to time zones, remote work, and achieving collaboration and productivity. - Leadership Challenges: Valuable lessons and reflections from a leader's journey, including the importance of delegating, understanding the long-term impact of leadership decisions, and dealing with doubts in high-level roles. - Recommended Resources: Suggestions for valuable reads and podcasts, including insights from "The Culture Map," "Diary of a CEO," and an adventurer's account in "The Limit is Just Me," providing perspectives applicable to leadership and life. 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 Santosh Hari, Sr Azure Cloud (ACE) Engineer at Microsoft about: - Microsoft's Corporate Culture: Gain insights into Microsoft's corporate culture, emphasizing diversity, inclusion, and its proactive approach to remote work during the COVID era. - Azure Engineering Team Structure: Understand the hierarchical and cross-functional structure of Azure engineering teams, exploring the roles of individual contributors, managers, and support teams. - Semantic Kernel Demystified: Explore the capabilities of the Semantic Kernel, a lightweight SDK enabling users to incorporate AI into applications, with a focus on its flexibility, ease of use, and customizability. - Personal and Professional Growth at Microsoft: Learn about the various opportunities Microsoft provides for personal and professional growth, from mental health benefits to mentorship programs and learning resources. - The Future of AI at Microsoft: Gain insights into the direction Microsoft is heading in terms of AI innovations, with a focus on Azure becoming the cloud operating system for AI and the seamless integration of AI into various applications. 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 Guy Barnhart-Magen, CTO at Profero about: - The value of clear and proactive communication in a fully remote work setting, as well as practical strategies and tools for maintaining effective team interactions. - The benefits of a remote work model, including increased flexibility, attracting dedicated employees, and enabling unique work arrangements like "workations." - A shift in perspective from purely numbers and metrics to a focus on understanding the motivations and relationships among individuals within corporate environments. - Real-world examples of corporate mergers and their effects, shedding light on the role of internal corporate politics and the personal motivations of individuals in such situations. - Practical insights into task and time management, with a specific focus on the "Getting Things Done" methodology, which can help leaders and team members enhance productivity and maintain peace of mind in their work. 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 Jon Stephenson von Tetzchner CEO at Vivaldi Technologies, Co-Founder of Opera Software about: - The Impact of Algorithm-Driven Content: How algorithms influence the content we see and consume, and why it's crucial to support diverse and independent content sources in the digital age. - Effective Team Building Strategies: Insights into the challenges and benefits of managing remote and diverse teams, along with practical strategies for promoting team cohesion and productivity. - A Journey Through Computing History: An exploration of the evolution of computing, from vintage machines like the ZX 81 to modern systems, providing a deeper understanding of the tech industry's history. - Diverse Tech Ecosystems: A comparison of different computer platforms, including their strengths and weaknesses, from Sinclair QL to Atari St and Amiga, shedding light on the innovation in various tech spaces.- - Importance of Strong Tech Relationships: The significance of face-to-face interactions and shared experiences in strengthening professional relationships and fostering innovation in the ever-changing tech world. 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 Cotyso Bodea, CTO at Everon AG about: - The evolving role of AI and technology in investment management, including the rise of large-scale language models. - The impact of retail investors on financial markets, influenced by platforms like Etoro and the democratization of trading. - Strategies for building strong and effective teams for complex technological projects, emphasizing the importance of hardworking team members. - The value of adapting leadership approaches to the specific needs of your team, whether it's a small group of superstars or a larger, more balanced team. - The insight that motivation is limited, and understanding that some individuals may not change their work habits, making it crucial to focus on hard work rather than trying to motivate beyond a certain point. 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.

Matt interviews Kai Waehner, Global Field CTO at Confluent, about balancing business and technical aspects, navigating economic recessions through automation, effective communication strategies for distributed teams, the value of continuous learning, and the importance of broadening industry knowledge.