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 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.

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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.

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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 Fateme Taghiniai, Engineering Manager at Ratepay about:

- Navigating Career Transitions: Learn about the journey from technical roles to leadership positions, including the motivations and challenges faced by professionals in transitioning their careers.

- Balancing Technical Excellence and Business Priorities: Understand the importance of balancing technical excellence with meeting business objectives, especially in optimizing development processes and managing costs.

- Prioritizing Features and Resources: Gain insights into the decision-making process of prioritizing features in product development based on industry requirements, market demands, and resource constraints.

- Effective Leadership Strategies: Explore actionable advice for individuals stepping into leadership roles, including the importance of people management, continuous learning, and adapting communication styles.

- Learning from Diverse Perspectives: Discover valuable lessons from unexpected sources such as military leadership and organizational dynamics, offering fresh perspectives on leadership and management principles applicable across industries.

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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 Darío Blanco Iturriaga, Founding Technology Lead at Karla about:

- Understanding Legacy Challenges: Listeners will gain insight into the complexities and challenges associated with legacy systems in the realm of technology and engineering.

- Strategies for Modernization: They will learn various strategies and approaches for modernizing legacy systems effectively, including prioritization, resource allocation, and project planning.

- Cross-Cutting Concerns: The importance of identifying and addressing cross-cutting concerns within teams and projects will be emphasized, along with the benefits of collaboration and communication in mitigating legacy issues.

- Business Alignment: Listeners will understand the significance of aligning technical efforts with overarching business goals and objectives to ensure that modernization efforts bring tangible value and address critical needs.

- Leadership and Implementation: Leadership insights and practical implementation tips will be provided, offering guidance on how engineering leaders can navigate legacy challenges, drive modernization efforts, and deliver successful outcomes for their organizations.

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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 Vivek Juneja, Head | Global E-Commerce Engineering at @On about:

- Strategies for navigating complex technological challenges across diverse markets, gaining insights into marketplaces and platforms like TikTok and Tao.

- The importance of leveraging technology to sustain and differentiate digital products in localized markets, focusing on operational excellence and personalized customer experiences.

- Insights into experimentation and testing methodologies to reduce the cost of making bad decisions and drive innovation.

- Effective approaches to managing customer data ethically and compliantly while delivering highly personalized product experiences.

- Techniques for empowering teams to make good mid-to-long-term decisions, fostering a culture of lean thinking and continuous learning in technology development.

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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 Jan Hegewald, VP of Engineering at @SumUp about:

- Learn about legacy software and its challenges for businesses.

- Understand different levels of legacy, including microarchitecture issues.

- Discover effective strategies for dealing with legacy software.

- Emphasize the importance of communication and prioritization between teams.

- Gain practical tips for navigating legacy software challenges successfully.

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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 Ofer Maor, CTO & Co-Founder at Mitiga about:

- Understanding Agile Realities: Listeners will gain insights into the practical implementation of agile methodologies in tech companies, discovering the challenges and nuances beyond the buzzword.

- Navigating Uncertainty: The episode delves into the discomfort of uncertainty, exploring its impact on decision-making and organizational dynamics, particularly in fast-paced tech environments.

- Insights on AI Integration: Listeners will learn about the potential and challenges of integrating AI technologies like chatbots and code generators into tech platforms, including real-world applications and limitations.

- Cybersecurity Resilience: The discussion highlights the importance of cybersecurity in tech industries, especially during economic downturns, providing valuable perspectives on industry trends and responses to cyber threats.

- Startup Leadership and Growth: The episode offers valuable lessons on building and scaling tech startups, emphasizing the significance of company culture, talent acquisition, and community engagement for sustainable growth and innovation.

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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.

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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.

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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 Jack Godau, Chief Digital Officer (CDO) at @doctorly about:

- Strategic Decision-Making: Understand the importance of making strategic decisions in software development, particularly in the context of modernization projects.

- Effective Team Collaboration: Learn about building cohesive teams that facilitate communication between business and technology, fostering mutual understanding.

- Balancing Business Goals: Explore methods to align business and technology objectives, ensuring a shared vision and goal-setting within a company or startup.

- Choosing the Right Technology: Gain insights into the critical process of selecting the appropriate technology stack for a modernization project, considering long-term implications.

- Documenting Decision-Making: Appreciate the significance of maintaining a decision log, providing clarity on past choices and facilitating smoother transitions for future team members.

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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.

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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 Aviv Ben-Yosef, Tech Executive Consultant at Aviv Ben-Yosef Consulting  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.

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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.

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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.

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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 @Brainhub, talks with Claus Höfele, Director of Engineering at On about:

- Evolving Roles: Changing responsibilities of engineering managers, stressing the necessity to understand business challenges, collaborate across departments, and the alignment between varied titles like head of engineering and director of engineering.

- Collaborative Partnerships: The importance of working closely with product managers, design teams for consumer-focused products, and business units for internal offerings is highlighted.

- Positive Leadership: The concept of positive leadership, concentrating on enhancing strengths and fostering an environment of positivity, engagement, and accomplishment, with measurable success indicators.

- Team Dynamics: Goal alignment, motivation, effective delegation, the significance of transparent communication, and the sensitive topic of when to let someone go from a team.

- Continuous Learning & Frameworks: The pioneer-settler-town planner framework

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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 @Brainhub, talks with Ian Botts, CTO at Fanatics Betting and Gaming, about:

- Operational Excellence: Going after delivery and operational superiority in hypergrowing businesses

- Team Dynamics & Trust: Seeking expert advice in unfamiliar territories, the value of recruiting for talent and passion and giving people trust to perform their roles. - Talent Acquisition & Cultural Fit: Insights into the hiring process, reveal the importance of balancing technical proficiency with cultural compatibility - Remote Work & Ethical Practices: Debunking myths about home office, hybrid work, remote work and office comebacks.

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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 @Brainhub, talks with Sylvestre Lucia, CTO at Miloo about:

- From graphic design to pioneering roles in the evolving bike industry and computer science. - In-depth exploration of the integration of IoT in biking: benefits like data collection, remote control, and future infrastructure synergies. - Discussion on the transformation of the bike industry towards more connected and open systems. - Emphasis on the intersection of design and product development, and its critical role in UX and user-friendly innovations. - Insights on building and managing effective cross-functional teams, addressing challenges in startups, and fostering an environment that values personal growth and learning.

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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 @Brainhub, talks with Matteo Togninalli, Co-Founder and COO at Visium about:

- AI, process automation in manufacturing and retail via computer vision. - Boosting productivity with AI0 hand in hand with experienced developers? - Emphasising client contentment, clear communication, team synergy; hires with adaptability and ownership in focus.

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