Summary

Join us in this engaging episode to explore the tech leadership world of Vaishali Patel, currently the Head of Software Engineering at Zopa Bank.

Vaishali shares her journey from a technical expert to a leader in agile management and team dynamics. Delve into her approach to overcoming challenges in Agile implementation, empowering diverse tech teams, and balancing hands-on technical work with leadership responsibilities.

Takeaways

• Find your niche in the technology sector and stay up-to-date with emerging trends.
• Cultural diversity in tech teams brings different perspectives and ways of working.
• Trust, transparency, and effective communication are essential for a positive company culture.
• Decentralized decision-making empowers teams and allows for better problem-solving. Empowering teams to make decisions and choose their collaborators can lead to a healthier and more engaged work environment.
• Leadership evolution involves learning from difficult experiences, seeking feedback, and continuously improving oneself.
• Imposter syndrome can be overcome by recognizing one's value, seeking validation from trusted peers, and embracing continuous learning.
• Barriers preventing women from entering and staying in tech include self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and a lack of diverse role models.
• The future of the banking industry involves digital currency, enhanced security measures, and a customer-centric approach.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

01:20 Education and Career Progression

04:17 Transition to Web Development

06:02 Advice for Getting into Tech

08:24 Career Challenges and Learning Opportunities

10:26 Exploring Agile and Scrum

12:39 Challenges in Implementing Agile

14:45 Successful Implementation of Agile

18:23 Cultural Diversity in Tech Teams

21:41 Cultural Background and Career Expectations

22:44 Influence of Cultural Background

28:28 Company Culture and Decentralized Decision-Making

32:33 The Role of Technical Background in Decision-Making

39:40 Hiring Process and Decentralized Decision-Making

41:24 Decision-making and Team Empowerment

41:58 Evolution as a Leader

42:45 Becoming an Engineering Manager

43:43 Learning from Difficult Times

44:46 Coaching and Mentoring

45:15 Dealing with Pressure and Stress

46:40 Seeking Feedback and Continuous Improvement

49:28 Encouraging Women in Tech

52:08 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

54:14 The Future of the Banking Industry

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