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As a technology leader, I am constantly refining my approach to leadership, seeking the perfect balance between driving performance and fostering innovation. Over time, I was introduced to two compelling frameworks—intent—based Leadership and Trust-Based Leadership—that offer valuable strategies for achieving this balance. In this post, I briefly introduce them and explain how I combine them…

As a CTO, you work on the box, not inside it. Understanding the team dynamics, organizational structures, and technology challenges and inspecting for improvement is crucial for achieving business outcomes. Thanks to Marc van Neerven Taking the last hurdle to become a CTO | by Marc van Neerven | CTO-as-a-Service | Medium for sharing his insights! While…

I recently had the honor and pleasure of being invited to a CTO roundtable on GenAI. This was triggered by the notion that many organizations created or are still creating something called a GenAI strategy or vision. At the table, we discussed use cases and—not surprisingly—noted that these use cases are typically a combination of…

In the dynamic world of technology, the role of the CTO is constantly evolving. Gartner’s categorization sheds light on the diverse profiles of IT leaders shaping the future. Here’s a quick rundown: However, it’s essential to address the issue of title inflation in the tech industry. Many job postings use the CTO title when the…

In the life of an IT leader, there are many beautiful moments when you grow the business and witness your team’s achievements. Unfortunately, as a startup CTO, there are also times when you must optimize the team size for less fortunate times. In recent years, I have faced this challenge twice. The first instance was…

Taking on the role of CTO in a new company is always a mix of excitement and challenge. When I joined my last organization, the team was managed by interim CTOs and the CEO, creating a gap between senior management and team members. My mission was clear: bridge this gap and connect with the fantastic…

When I joined TMNL as CTO, I was thrilled by the opportunity to lead a diverse team comprising individuals from 24 different nationalities and backgrounds. My leadership team was young, vibrant, and full of potential, but the diversity also presented unique challenges in collaboration and communication. One of my primary assignments was to build a…