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A priceless tip for leaders on hiring from Steve Jobs. Do you agree with this? I definitely agree, in my previous post, I highlighted how relying on hierarchical decision-making can ultimately result in technical debt. #techteam #teamleadership #techleader #cto #ceo #businessleader

In today’s fast-paced environment, tech leadership needs to be as adaptable as the challenges it faces. Fractional talent allows businesses to: - Bring in expert guidance → precisely when it’s needed. - Gain strategic insights for specific projects without long-term commitments. - Access a fresh, unbiased perspective that helps align tech initiatives with business goals. As companies grow, fractional roles offer a valuable balance; experience and flexibility without the full-time cost, tailored to the pace of your needs. 👋 PS - We can connect you with your next Fractional CTO - send me a DM.

While early-stage companies tend to prefer to hire Heads of Engineering from their respective sectors, our research into 65+ SaaS companies found that sector affinity does not have a strong correlation with company longevity 🚫 Rather than focusing on sector expertise, we believe CEOs should focus on hiring engineering leaders with overall strong leadership and technical skills. Read more in our hiring blueprint for SaaS companies from $0M to $50M ARR: https://ow.ly/B4le50T5tkH Michael Curtis

Some leaders chase quick wins, one after the other. (Yep, I’ve done it, too!) - Close the big client right before the end of Q4! - Switch out a low-value-added vendor. - Hire away a star from the competition. - Release a feature that customers have been begging for. 🎉 Quick wins can work for a while, especially in rapidly changing industries. Still, most leadership roles worth having require wise decisions to build the next years of business success. 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐬𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐮𝐦-𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐦 𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐬. - Develop several hi-potentials into rockstars. - Improve your product prioritization process. - Deal with tech debt. - Build a team that trusts each other. 🌱 Even if your organization's planning process doesn't require you to create a high-level project plan for each strategic objective, do it anyway. That way you'll have thought through how to accomplish each objective, and you'll know how much lead time your team will need. Planning for wins in a methodical way will enable you to figure out what resources you need to acquire or build early. For example, if your legal department is weak, you can probably pay for outside contracting expertise when you need it. However, if your biz dev team is not used to approaching bigger companies, you'll probably need to start working on this soon. 𝐆𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟 𝐞𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐫𝐮𝐧 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫'𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐬. #Leadership #TeamDevelopment #LeadingTeams ______________________________________________________________________________ 👋 Hi, I’m Pam. I believe that effective leaders and teams power high performance -- throughout your organization, and especially in the C-Suite. Let's swap thoughts on #leadership, #workculture, and #teams 🔗 Follow me on LinkedIn (or Connect if we know each other or should). 🔔 Tap the bell on my profile to catch each post. 📘 Check out 𝑮𝒓𝒐𝒘𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑮𝒓𝒐𝒖𝒑𝒔 𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒐 𝑻𝒆𝒂𝒎𝒔 on Amazon or anywhere. I wrote this with my Altus Growth Partners team for your team!

THE FUTURE OF IT LEADERSHIP IS HERE Are you ready for the Virtual CTO revolution? 🚀 As businesses race to innovate, a Virtual CTO brings strategic tech leadership without the full-time overhead. Here’s why the Virtual CTO is the role of tomorrow: 🔑 Adaptability: Navigate fast-changing tech landscapes with an expert who stays ahead of the curve. 💻 Scalable Expertise: Tailored solutions for startups and SMEs, offering just the right support when it’s needed most. ⚙️ Cost-Efficiency: Gain top-tier leadership without the financial commitment of an in-house hire. 🌐 Innovation-Driven Growth: A Virtual CTO ensures technology aligns perfectly with your business goals, fuelling success. 💡 The tech challenges of today demand agile, strategic leadership. The Virtual CTO is not just a trend - it’s a game-changer for forward-thinking businesses. Curious about how a Virtual CTO can future-proof your business? Let’s talk. The future waits for no one. #virtualcto #itleadership #businessgrowth #technologyconsulting #futureofwork

Executives should prioritize strong leadership and technical skills over sector-specific expertise, as sector expertise has minimal influence on tenure or overall effectiveness. Leaders with prior Head of Engineering experience at similarly sized companies tend to have the longest tenures, indicating that adaptability and leadership are more crucial for scaling and longevity than specialized sector knowledge.

🚀 What if you could hire Steve Wozniak as your CTO? Imagine the innovation and technical leadership Steve Wozniak brought to Apple, now available for your company. While hiring a GOAT like Wozniak may seem impossible, Fractionally offers the next best thing: fractional CTOs with top-tier expertise to drive your tech forward. Why Fractional CTOs? * Expertise: Access to seasoned technology leaders. * Flexibility: Tailored engagement based on your needs. * Cost-Effective: Only pay for what you need. Elevate your business with strategic tech leadership. Ready to innovate? Get in touch with us to hire a Fractional CTO today! Contact Us: Founders, CEOs, or Heads of Recruiting can reach out at [email protected] to learn more. #Innovation #TechnologyLeadership #FractionalCTO #BusinessGrowth #SteveWozniak #TechExperts #fractionals #cxos #mvp #digitaltransformation

Technical founders can develop into great leaders by having a strong sense of urgency. As BCV partner Kevin Zhang explains, modern engineering teams are used to organized sprints, so technical founders should treat other parts of the business with a similar timeline of “as soon as possible.” After all, time kills all deals. Read more in our head start guide for founders.

When I first considered a Revenue Operations transformation, I quickly realized it was more than just hiring a VP of RevOps. It’s a journey that requires careful planning and a deep understanding of your business. The first few months are crucial. You’re not looking for immediate change, but laying the groundwork for long-term success. I found that bringing in the right leader—even on a fractional basis—was key. We had to rethink our organizational design, adjust leadership expectations, and kick off projects that would set a strong operating rhythm and improve our data management. It wasn’t about overnight success. It was about building a foundation that would enhance team synergy and efficiency over time. By month six, we started to see the real benefits. Are you thinking about making this shift? What challenges are you anticipating? Let’s discuss. #RevOps #BusinessTransformation #Leadership #ChangeManagement #BusinessStrategy #OperationalExcellence

When I first considered a Revenue Operations transformation, I quickly realized it was more than just hiring a VP of RevOps. It’s a journey that requires careful planning and a deep understanding of your business. The first few months are crucial. You’re not looking for immediate change, but laying the groundwork for long-term success. I found that bringing in the right leader—even on a fractional basis—was key. We had to rethink our organizational design, adjust leadership expectations, and kick off projects that would set a strong operating rhythm and improve our data management. It wasn’t about overnight success. It was about building a foundation that would enhance team synergy and efficiency over time. By month six, we started to see the real benefits. Are you thinking about making this shift? What challenges are you anticipating? Let’s discuss. #RevOps #BusinessTransformation #Leadership #ChangeManagement #BusinessStrategy #OperationalExcellence