Over the last decade, Leszek has developed several successful businesses, among them a software development agency that supports Fortune 500 companies. With the challenges a growing business brings, he observed that stepping out of a tech role into a leadership one brings the need for a different approach. As a host of the Better Tech Leadership podcast, Leszek is focused on bridging the gap between tech and people skills.
As a product engineer and leader with expertise in Agile methodologies, mobile apps, system design, and data engineering, Nikita Belokopytov focuses on team care, aligning with company goals, and growing the next generation of leaders, all while valuing trust, accuracy, and curiosity,
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In this episode, Leszek and Valeriy Zamaraiev discuss the evolving landscape of Web3 and cryptocurrency networks, underscoring the importance of a results-oriented mindset. The conversation highlights strategies for learning and innovation in technology, such as internal hackathons and informal communications with startups. It discusses the challenges of scaling organizational structures, using YouTube and Google as examples, and addresses the complexities startups face during layoffs, emphasizing the balance between growth and operational stability.
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In this podcast episode, Matt interviews Edward Kruger. Edward shares his career evolution, starting as a young programmer and tech lead, eventually co-founding a startup after his consultancy downsized, and gaining recognition as one of South Africa’s top CTOs. Edward contrasts the tech ecosystems of South Africa and Canada, noting differences in funding access, organizational structures, and engineering priorities.
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In this episode, Matt interviews José Ignacio Díaz, a seasoned Chief Technology Officer (CTO), who shares his extensive experience navigating the intersection of technology and business, from Spain to Amsterdam and Zurich. José reflects on the mental resilience required for a CTO and the importance of clear communication between tech leaders and non-tech personnel, especially in startups. He emphasizes that rapid, low-quality solutions can harm an organization, advocating for calmness and open communication within distributed teams.
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In the episode, Matt interviews Mohamed Gamal who elaborates on the team’s role in shaping architectural vision and providing engineering tools. He highlights the importance of collaboration and collective decision-making within the team to ensure stability and alignment across projects. Mohamed also advocates for a balance between timely product delivery and architectural integrity, warning against short-term fixes and stressing the need for alignment between architecture and business needs.
