Tech for Non-Techies

248. Q&A Episode: How to Keep Tech Teams On Track Without Micromanaging


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Here are the listener questions Sophia Matveeva answers in this episode:

  • What should I be asking in product meetings if I don’t have a technical background?
  • I’m leading a digital transformation initiative, but my tech team keeps telling me things take longer than expected. Should I push back? How? 
  • How do I know if I need a technical co-founder, or if I can build my product with an agency or no-code tools?

Resources mentioned in this episode:

  • FREE download: Anonymous Survey on the Tech–Business Divide
  • YouTube: How to Work with Developers: A Guide for Non-Technical Leaders

 

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction 

02:29 Navigating Product Meetings Without Technical Background

06:15 Managing Digital Transformation Timelines

10:56 Technical Co-Founder or Agency?

 

For the transcript, go to: https://www.techfornontechies.co/blog/248-q-a-episode-how-to-keep-tech-teams-on-track-without-micromanaging

 

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