Kevin Goldsmith serializes the audiobook for his new book, ”It Depends: Writing on Technology Leadership 2012-2022.” Sharing extra details about each chapter and answering listener questions along the way.
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Kevin Goldsmith serializes the audiobook for his new book, ”It Depends: Writing on Technology Leadership 2012-2022.” Sharing extra details about each chapter and answering listener questions along the way.
In this first post-book Q&A episode, host Kevin Goldsmith dives into the real challenges tech leaders face daily, answering questions from listeners around the globe.
The episode unpacks several critical leadership dilemmas:
Luca from Milan asks how to maintain clear accountability while fostering cross-functional collaboration in a matrix organization. Kevin provides practical advice on balancing engineering ownership with product and design partnerships, revealing how to avoid the common pitfalls of siloed thinking without sacrificing sprint commitments.
Tatiana, a data science leader from Estonia, presents two thought-provoking questions. First, how can technically-oriented leaders effectively evaluate the "soft contributions" that don't show up in quantitative metrics? Kevin shares his battle-tested 360-review approach that helps quantify the unquantifiable. Then, Tatiana asks about transitioning from data science leadership to a CTO role. Kevin maps out multiple potential career paths, with specific guidance on which skills to develop and strategic moves to consider.
Finally, Priya, a newly promoted team lead from Bangalore, seeks advice on protecting her team amid industry-wide layoffs. Kevin delivers straight talk on becoming "the franchise" – positioning your team on the company's critical path and ensuring your contributions remain visible and directly tied to revenue.
Whether you're battling matrix confusion, struggling with performance reviews that capture true value, plotting your next career move, or navigating uncertain economic waters, this episode delivers actionable insights from someone who's been in the trenches.
Download now to arm yourself with practical leadership strategies you can implement immediately. Because in tech leadership, the right answer almost always "depends" on your unique situation.
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The book: It Depends: Writing on Technology 2012-2022
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It Depends: Lessons in Technology Leadership
Kevin Goldsmith serializes the audiobook for his new book, ”It Depends: Writing on Technology Leadership 2012-2022.” Sharing extra details about each chapter and answering listener questions along the way.
