Becoming a Geek Leader

Becoming a Geek Leader

"Because people matter, we must lead them well" One key problem we run into is that we focus on technical skill and don't work on communications and influence. In this podcast I'll help you get more of the important "geek work" done by helping you get others to want to help you!

Episodes

September 30, 2024 32 mins
In "What to Do When You're on a Burning Platform," I share real-world software horror stories about outdated technology systems that are dragging companies down. We'll talk about the dangers of staying on old systems, the impact it can have on your business, and practical steps you can take to make the case for change. Key questions to ask about your own tech stack Actionable advice on how to begin a successful ...
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Here are 4 keys to helping your projects and your skills get better FAST Play Episode The post Why your project will probably fail – BGLS5E6B appeared first on BrightHill Group .
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September 25, 2023 27 mins
What you can expect, why I'm creating it, and some samples of what you'll get by listening to the podcast. Play Episode The post The airport with 2 control towers appeared first on BrightHill Group .
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'Mo money, Mo problems' - how having a big budget isn't always a blessing, and how cloud can bite you Play Episode The post What happens when you have a firehose of money for your software project? appeared first on BrightHill Group .
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July 24, 2023 34 mins
Frank's big dream was at risk. He hoped Oliver could rescue it, but needed help to find a path to success.
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Ajay was facing late software, blown sales forecasts and a dysfunctional team, but he found a good path for the team Play Episode The post From dysfunction to a soft landing: How Ajay found a way for his team to win. BGLS5E3 appeared first on BrightHill Group .
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The project was a train wreck, with lots of errors, but the team found a path to turn disaster into a big win. Play Episode The post Disaster Averted: An Impossible Project Succeeds – BGLS5E2 appeared first on BrightHill Group .
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Listen to a software horror story and what could be done to rescue the team from disaster! The post BGLS5E1 – Software Horror Story #1 – Everyone Needs a Reservation appeared first on BrightHill Group .
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You don’t have to be the most technical person to lead a software team. The post You’re not super technical? appeared first on BrightHill Group .
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Your #customer may mean something #different when they ask which #product is #better. What are they looking for? http://TomCooper.us The post What do you mean “It’s Better”? appeared first on BrightHill Group .
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