Unwrapped: Tech Leadership Journeys

#3 Empowering Tech Teams - Vaishali Patel on Agile, Diversity, & Decision-Making

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Summary

Join us in this engaging episode to explore the tech leadership world of Vaishali Patel, currently the Head of Software Engineering at Zopa Bank.

Vaishali shares her journey from a technical expert to a leader in agile management and team dynamics. Delve into her approach to overcoming challenges in Agile implementation, empowering diverse tech teams, and balancing hands-on technical work with leadership responsibilities.


Takeaways

  • Find your niche in the technology sector and stay up-to-date with emerging trends.
  • Cultural diversity in tech teams brings different perspectives and ways of working.
  • Trust, transparency, and effective communication are essential for a positive company culture.
  • Decentralized decision-making empowers teams and allows for better problem-solving. Empowering teams to make decisions and choose their collaborators can lead to a healthier and more engaged work environment.
  • Leadership evolution involves learning from difficult experiences, seeking feedback, and continuously improving oneself.
  • Imposter syndrome can be overcome by recognizing one's value, seeking validation from trusted peers, and embracing continuous learning.
  • Barriers preventing women from entering and staying in tech include self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and a lack of diverse role models.
  • The future of the banking industry involves digital currency, enhanced security measures, and a customer-centric approach.


    • Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Background

    01:20 Education and Career Progression

    04:17 Transition to Web Development

    06:02 Advice for Getting into Tech

    08:24 Career Challenges and Learning Opportunities

    10:26 Exploring Agile and Scrum

    12:39 Challenges in Implementing Agile

    14:45 Successful Implementation of Agile

    18:23 Cultural Diversity in Tech Teams

    21:41 Cultural Background and Career Expectations

    22:44 Influence of Cultural Background

    28:28 Company Culture and Decentralized Decision-Making

    32:33 The Role of Technical Background in Decision-Making

    39:40 Hiring Process and Decentralized Decision-Making

    41:24 Decision-making and Team Empowerment

    41:58 Evolution as a Leader

    42:45 Becoming an Engineering Manager

    43:43 Learning from Difficult Times

    44:46 Coaching and Mentoring

    45:15 Dealing with Pressure and Stress

    46:40 Seeking Feedback and Continuous Improvement

    49:28 Encouraging Women in Tech

    52:08 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

    54:14 The Future of the Banking Industry

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    Unwrapped: Tech Leadership JourneysBy Alexander Siletsky (Baldur Connect Podcast)