The Interesting Changes Aren't Happening in the IDE
Have you noticed that every conversation in tech leadership now circles back to AI, and that none of those conversation...
It Depends
Lessons in Technology Leadership
Kevin Goldsmith brings you lessons and advice from decades in the technology industry.
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Becoming a Business Leader
Most technical leaders assume the path to executive is paved with more technical excellence. It isn't. At a certain lev...
Working with the CEO: Close Enough to Influence, Independent Enough to Be Honest
The CTO-to-CEO relationship is the highest leverage relationship in your career as a technology leader, and it's the on...
Don't Let Your Boss Do Your Job
Your boss doesn't step into your area because they want to micromanage. They step in because nobody said "I got it," an...
Every Organization Is a System. Are You Designing It or Just Living in It?
Have you ever felt like you're solving the same problems over and over, just in different forms? That's usually a sign...
The Director to CTO Path: How to Follow It, or How to Mentor It
The path from Director to CTO isn't a single ladder. It's a gradual expansion across three dimensions: your focus widen...
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"It Depends" explores the complex decisions and trade-offs that define technology leadership. Each episode dives deep into real-world scenarios, sharing practical insights from Kevin's extensive experience in the tech industry.
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