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Author: Igor K
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Why and How to Switch to Design Thinking Leadership Model
Constantly evolving user needs and expectations are challenging traditional leadership styles. That’s why technology leaders are switching to a design thinking model which is, basically, a human-centred approach to problem-solving. Design thinking focuses on understanding user needs and experiences to create innovative solutions. Such products and services resonate with their target audience. This article explores…
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Beyond Technical Expertise: Mastering the Art of Tech Leadership
Strong tech leadership provide a compelling vision and roadmap, improving team focus and motivation. Combined with a culture of trust and open communication, it creates a high level of psychological safety for the team. In turn, such a team is more open to risk-taking, innovation and honest discussion of challenges. Here, we explain how to…
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Field CTO Job Description w/ Salary Breakdown & Career Prospects
In this post, we explain the relatively new Field CTO role and how it differs from a more traditional Chief Technology Officer role. We will see how a Field CTO job description determines the type of person suitable for the job. We will take a look at the job prospects and, of course, the average…
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IT Manager: Role, Responsibilities, Required Skills and Average Salary
An IT Manager (a.k.a Information Technology Manager) oversees and manages IT operations, systems and infrastructure. Additionally, they serve as a connection between technology strategies and the broader goals of the organisation. As such, they a) ensure the efficient, secure operation of IT resources and b) nurture the overarching objectives of the business. Common types of…
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CTO Job Description with Responsibilities, Qualifications and Salary Breakdown
In this post, we explain a CTO job description on four levels of engagement: start-up, fast-growth company, enterprise and, finally, a Group Chief Technology Officer. You will learn responsibilities on each level, understand desired qualifications and, ultimately, find out what kind of salary you can expect considering the size of your company and industry. TABLE…
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CTO KPIs with Templates and Tracking Procedures – Explained by a Seasoned Chief Technology Officer
In this post, Jason Noble, Academy’s Chief Technology Officer, explains the design of highly relevant CTO KPIs and shows you how to a) track them and, more importantly, b) use them to improve performance. Now, the odds are that you’re either a CTO in a start-up or fast-growing company or soon to become one. That…
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Building an Effective Chief Technology Office on Different Business Scales
It is now common for a team leader or project manager to find themselves placed in the CTO’s shoes at a moment’s notice. Often, this brand-new executive is forced to form a Chief Technology Office out of thin air and without any help. This is the challenge facing what we call the accidental CTO. At…
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CTO Salary Range in the US and UK: A Comparative Analysis
In this blog post, we explore the CTO salary range; separately for the United States and the United Kingdom. We are examining variations and influencing factors across public and private companies as well as start-ups, fast-growth firms and large enterprises. Additionally, we’ll look into the most common bonus structures of a Chief Technology Officer position.…
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CTO vs CPO: Differences, Friction and Transformative Collaboration
Chief Technology Officers (CTOs) and Chief Product Officers (CPOs) are at the heart of most growing companies. Two distinct but closely connected roles that converge technology and innovation. When successful, this synergy becomes a critical success factor harmonising innovation and excellence. In this blog post, we explore both roles and where they intersect. Most importantly,…
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CTO Responsibilities in Start-Ups and Fast-Growth Businesses
CTO responsibilities stem from their pivotal role in today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape. Chief Technology Officers, as the top executives, hold the reins of the organisation’s technical vision, strategy and execution. What is the primary responsibility of the CTO? The Chief Technology Officer leads the development and execution of the company’s technical strategy. Hence, the…