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Startup CTO or Developer

TechEmpower - Product Management

But hiring a lead developer, or even a VP of Engineering, can create a gap between the founders and the developers. Closing the Gap: Hiring A Fractional Startup CTO We’re not suggesting that early-stage startups should hire a full-time CTO. Instead, they should consider a Fractional CTO who can help close the gap.

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Squads Done Right: Mastering Modern Team Dynamics

The Product Coalition

When I introduced the notion of cross-functional, empowered product teams, the CEO said it was exactly what they needed and immediately created a task force with three VPs to lead the change: the VP of Product, the VP of Engineering, and the VP of HR. Put the engineering structure aside for now.

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Guide to the Software Engineer Career Path

PMLesson's Ace the PM Interview

Trying to better understand the software engineer career path? Want to know what your next steps are as an engineer as you make your way to CTO? An engineering career can go in many different directions depending on your technical skill set and what you want out of a job. We've got your covered.

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Hacking The Hiring Process – Alex Yang & Max Bevan on The Product Experience

Mind the Product

Maximillian Bevan (Director of Product) and Alex Yang (VP of Engineering) joined us to talk about how and why they’ve made these changes. Lily enjoys working as a consultant product manager with early-stage and growing startups and as a mentor to other product managers. Quote of the Episode. Follow Simprints on Twitter.

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How to Find a Great Software Engineer Recruiter

PMLesson's Ace the PM Interview

Connecting with the right software engineering recruiter to help you land your next job is invaluable. Nevertheless, the experiences that many software engineers have with most recruiters aren't that great. Abstract by Oleg Shcherba What Does a Software Engineering Recruiter Do?

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392: How uncovering customer pains and unmet needs led to launching a rapidly growing product – with Matt Danna

Product Innovation Educators

I love creating those moments with technology, particularly straddling the worlds of software engineering and design. At my last company, I was the VP of Product and the co-founder of Boulevard, Sean, was the VP of Engineering. If you’re a new guest, they’ll add 15 minutes consultation time.

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Remote Work: Ways to Think About “Fair” Compensation and Benefits

Johanna Rothman

Before the pandemic, Jenny, the VP of Engineering, insisted that the engineering staff needed to work in the Boston area. The Engineering department uses six salary bands that reflect the person's level of influence, collaboration, and expertise. My various consulting offerings. Managing Product Development Blog.