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Tech Leadership in so Many Words…#18 Team

There’s a reason why the shelves of your local bookstore are heaving under the weight of so many management books. It’s because managing people is tough and would be a lot easier if it wasn’t for the people. But clearly it’s a prerequisite for anyone with leadership ambitions so the question is this: How to […]

The Path to Becoming an Exceptional IT Director: A Comprehensive Guide for Aspiring Technology Leaders

This extensive guide provides aspiring technology leaders, such as software engineers, with valuable insights into the responsibilities, skills, experience and knowledge necessary to embark on a successful journey towards an IT Director role.

What is a Deputy CTO and How to Become One

Learn what is a Deputy CTO, what the path to becoming one looks like and how to best prepare for a job interview.

Tech Leadership in so Many Words…#17 Perfection

“Perfect is the enemy of good” – Voltaire I am not and never have been a perfectionist, something of a mixed blessing in the past. Some start-up projects went out too soon, were half-baked from the start and met with the underwhelming results they deserved.  Whilst other projects went out too soon, but hit the […]

What Makes a Good CTO: Essential Qualities for Technology Leaders

In this blog post, you will learn what makes a good CTO from the perspective of experienced and successful technology leaders and their CEOs.

4 Ways Chief Technology Officers Get into a Board of Directors

While it is less common for Chief technology officers (CTOs) to directly join a board of directors, there are still several ways they can attain such positions. Starting with the most common and progressing to rarer methods, here are a few most common ways CTOs get seats on boards. 1. Internal Promotion to a Board […]

Part-Time CTO in Today’s Business Landscape: Role & Expectations

A part-time CTO is a technology expert who works on a part-time or consulting basis for a company. The aim is to develop and implement the company's technology strategy and oversee all aspects of its technology operations and product development.

Role of a Chief Technology Officer in Different Business Sizes

Generally speaking, the role of a chief technology officer involves strategic management and execution of technology initiatives within an organization. It is, therefore, pivotal in shaping and implementing the technology roadmap while aligning it with the company’s overall goals and vision. What enables tech leaders to drive innovation, oversee development and infrastructure, ensure data security […]

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