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Breaking Changes is a weekly talk show where stellar guests from all across the API universe to discuss, debate, and solve the latest topics around APIs and API-first.
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Tuesday Jul 16, 2024
Tuesday Jul 16, 2024
In this episode of Breaking Changes, Postman Head of Product-Observability Jean Yang dives into the world of engineering leadership with Carta CTO Will Larson. From career progression to team building and navigating challenging transitions, Will's experiences offer a wealth of wisdom. Tune in as they discuss leadership consistency, hiring strategies, and the importance of clear communication. Plus, they delve into underrated advancements in the industry, AI's impact, and the exciting release of Will's third book!
For more on Will Larson, check out the following:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/will-larson-a44b543/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Lethain
Personal Website: https://lethain.com/
Company Website: https://carta.com/
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Episode Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction and Background
03:25 - Career Path and Leadership
05:09 - Different Roles as a CTO
07:28 - Leadership in Times of Scarcity
08:16 - Approaches to Hiring and Building Teams
10:19 - The Importance of Consistency in Leadership
13:19 - Reasoning from the Boxes
14:25 - Qualities to Look for in a Hire
16:33 - Red Flags in Hiring
18:02 - Smooth Transitions and Migrations
23:42 - Challenges in Leading Change
27:20 - Lessons from Reductions in Force
32:51 - Absorbing Upsetness and Dealing with Conflict
33:27 - Leading Through the Growth Stage
37:00 - Growth in Leaders Themselves
45:13 - Underrated Breaking Change: Venture Capital
46:37 - Breaking Changes Introduced by AI
49:18 - Exciting Change: Release of Third Book