DiscoverThe CTO Playbook11: The Parable of the Firefighter CTO
11:  The Parable of the Firefighter CTO

11: The Parable of the Firefighter CTO

Update: 2024-09-30
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In this episode, Adam discusses how CTOs can transition from firefighting to strategic leadership by following a structured, disciplined approach.


Timestamps:


5:19 Create time blocks for strategic work to avoid constant firefighting.

9:51 Build trust by empowering your team through delegation.

16:07 Focus on documenting why and how, not just what, to improve processes.

23:38 Block off time for your top priority and protect it fiercely.


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Michael Lopp | LinkedIn


Find more from Adam on LinkedIn and YouTube and check out Adam's CTO coaching company Synova Tech.

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11:  The Parable of the Firefighter CTO

11: The Parable of the Firefighter CTO

adam@synova.tech (Adam Horner)