In this episode, Adam dives into the challenges of transitioning from a technical leader to a strategic CTO, outlining a five-step playbook to help navigate this journey successfully. He also shares insights on overcoming common obstacles and embracing a leadership mindset.

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Timestamps:

8:45 Make fewer decisions by delegating responsibilities.

12:33 Adopt a learning mindset for your new role.

18:47 Learn the language of the business to succeed.

27:35 Empower your team by stepping back from technical details.

Resources Mentioned:

Crossing the Chasm by Geoffrey A. Moore | Book or Audiobook

What Got You Here Won't Get You There by Marshall Goldsmith and Mark Reiter | Book or Audiobook

Turn The Ship Around! by L. David Marquet | Book or Audiobook

The Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick M. Lencioni | Book or Audiobook

The CTO Playbook episode on The 2 Most Critical Components of a CTO Career with Andy Skipper | Spotify or Apple

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