Newly promoted VPs face a daunting shift: what made them successful in technical roles won’t suffice at the strategic level. In this episode, Todd and Daniel break down the essential mindset, skill, and relationship changes for leaders making this transition, offering a practical 90-day playbook for new executives. Get ready for real-world examples, proven frameworks, and candid stories from the front lines of executive life.

This episode explores the latest research on how executive reflection, strategic planning, and goal-setting drive high performance in tech organizations. Dive deep into actionable frameworks and evidence-backed tactics to boost both financial and nonfinancial success as you close out the year and set up for Q1. Daniel and Todd draw on new empirical data, proven methodologies, and real-world tech leadership cases.

Most tech executives see December as downtime or a last-minute sprint, but the most successful VPs make quiet, strategic moves that give them a huge Q1 advantage. Todd and Daniel share the exact playbook top leaders use to turn a slow month into major momentum.

This episode explores the latest research on executive reflection and planning. Daniel Carter and Todd Curzon discuss why focusing on systems over goals strengthens strategy and how listeners can implement reflection practices for Q1 success. Discover actionable frameworks and starting points to level up your leadership in 2026.

This episode introduces The Velocity Executive and lays the foundation for weekly content by breaking down who our ideal listener is: newly promoted VPs and Directors in high-growth companies. Daniel and Todd outline the specific challenges these leaders face and preview how the podcast addresses them through practical frameworks and real-world insight.