Engineering Leaders Podcast

Do you feel a bit abandoned in leading your team? Do you aspire to gain more inspiration/thoughts around leading your team in specific situations? Elevate yourself and become a leader worth following.💙 Our Mission is to empower software companies and individual Engineering Leadership talent pool in Central Europe, enabling us to scale and stand shoulder to shoulder with leading software hubs in Berlin, Amsterdam, and London. www.engineeringleaders.cz

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20 June 2024

#17: Saving One Day a Week with AI: Truth Unveiled

It will be an insightful and highly practical session where we uncover the truth about AI’s impact on productivity. As an engineering leader in a software company, discover how AI can truly save you time and enhance your team’s efficiency. We’ll dive deep into the reality behind the hype, focusing on the developer’s experience and the most demanded areas in the industry.

Key Takeaways:

AI Hype vs. Reality: Separate fact from fiction in AI’s role in productivity.
Practical Insights: Real-world examples of AI applications in software development.
Time-Saving Tools: Identify which AI tools can genuinely save you time.
Developer’s Perspective: Understand the impact of AI on the developer’s daily workflow.
Highly Interactive: Engage in discussions, share experiences, and learn from peers.
Actionable Strategies: Leave with practical tips to implement AI effectively in your team.

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05 June 2024

#15: Engineering & Product Optimizing Value Delivery in 2024

The era of free money is long gone, and product teams now face high pressure to deliver monetary results as quickly as possible. This presents new challenges for these organizations, and they must transform, optimize and collaborate in novel ways. Our speakers will share their insights on how product and engineering teams can work together effectively in these new settings to achieve success.

Ivo Klimša: Head of Site Reliability Engineer at Tricentis (Engineering Leaders)

Over the last 10 years, Ivo's been living in the clouds. He started as a System Engineer and later moved to the DevOps space as an individual contributor. In the last 8 years, he has built and managed multiple teams with different functions. Before Tricentis, he worked as a Senior EM in Productboard, where he led two product teams. Currently, he is leading the SRE organization in Tricentis with a focus on supporting multiple products.

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17 May 2024

#14: Learn to Sell Your Technical Ideas to Match Product Impact

Join us to transform the way you advocate for technical initiatives, turning your ideas into valued contributions that align seamlessly with your product’s impact.✨

Are you facing challenges in getting your team’s technical improvements prioritized alongside product developments?
Do efforts to tackle technical debt seem to await the next quarter without resolution perpetually?
Do you find it difficult to translate the value of your technical ideas into financial terms that capture the attention of decision-makers?

We will explore effective communication strategies that help you articulate the significance of technical initiatives in a language that resonates with stakeholders. Learn how to secure buy-in by aligning your technical proposals with business outcomes and discussing their financial implications compellingly.

By the end of this session, you will be equipped with practical tactics to bring your technical and product roadmaps into harmony, ensuring that your technical ideas receive the consideration and resources they deserve.

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27 March 2024

#12: Boost Your Team's Efficiency with a Powerful Knowledge Base

Learn how to create clear team guideposts, streamline information with structured levels, and seamlessly integrate with your team's workflows. We'll also delve into strategies for fostering growth and collaboration that align with your team's goals.

By the end of it, you'll have the tools to create a workspace that enhances efficiency and ensures information is readily available. Don't miss out on this opportunity to revolutionize your team's approach to knowledge management.

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27 February 2024

#11: How a Niche Focus Catapulted Me from a Full-Time Job to $300.000/year Solopreneur Business with 30+ Clients in a Year.

The hard truth, victories, and failures about the solopreneur business exposed, nobody talks about.

I’ll unveil the complete 10-step strategy, roadmap, and invaluable lessons I’ve gained along the way as a solopreneur. Learn how to carve out a unique position in the market that sets you apart from the crowd. And most crucially, I’ll reveal not just the triumphs but also the pitfalls of solopreneurship, so you can make a well-informed decision on whether this path is right for you.

If you're looking for inspiration and practical insights to embark on your own solopreneurial adventure, this event is a must-attend!

Dive in, and let's explore the keys to transforming your career and life together.

Slides: https://marian.coach/10steps

In partnership with Opero.cz community

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27 February 2024

#10: Complete Guide to Earning Your New Team's Trust Within the First 3 Months

Foundation: Learn how to establish a strong base for your team by setting clear expectations with your teammates and your manager, positioning yourself effectively as the middleman. New Team Victory: We will provide specific steps, tips, and tricks as guidelines for adopting a new team. Discover what aspects are critical to address, how to set expectations correctly, and how to set your new team up for success. Building Trust with a New Team: Explore the key factors in gaining the trust of your new team members and learn effective strategies for doing so. Smooth Transitions in Challenging Times: Understand the intricacies of leading through team mergers, takeovers, or layoffs, and learn how to handle these situations with tact and empathy.

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