How To Lead Through Transformation in Tech • Hannah Foxwell & Charles Humble

GOTO - The Brightest Minds in Tech

This interview was recorded for GOTO Unscripted.
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Hannah Foxwell - Independent Consultant & Founder of "AI for the rest of us"
Charles Humble - Freelance Techie, Podcaster, Editor, Author & Consultant
RESOURCES
Hannah
https://bsky.app/profile/hannahfoxwell.net
https://medium.com/@hannahfoxwell
https://x.com/HannahFoxwell
https://github.com/hannahfoxwell
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-foxwell

Charles
https://bsky.app/profile/charleshumble.bsky.social
https://linkedin.com/in/charleshumble
https://mastodon.social/@charleshumble
https://conissaunce.com

DESCRIPTION
Charles Humble and Hannah Foxwell explore the multifaceted challenges and opportunities presented by emerging technologies, modern work practices, and management dynamics.
They emphasize the importance of methodologies like pair programming, flexible work designs, and inclusive team environments, especially for accommodating neurodiverse and introverted individuals.
Foxwell introduces the “three-teams model” to guide new managers in aligning with direct reports, leadership peers, and cross-functional collaborators. She underscores the significance of equitable leadership through mentorship, coaching, and sponsorship, particularly for underrepresented groups.
Exploring AI’s potential, Foxwell highlights its transformative impact on software development and enterprise processes while cautioning against rushed adoption. She advocates for thoughtful experimentation and user-centric design, noting the need for cultural and structural shifts to fully realize AI’s benefits. Ultimately, the conversation centers on intentionality, empathy, and the need for organizations to balance innovation with human-centric practices. [...]
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Kim, Humble, Debois, Willis & Forsgren • The DevOps Handbook
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Barbara Oakley • A Mind For Numbers
Pooja K. Agarwal & Patrice M. Bain • Powerful Teaching
Barbara Oakley & Olav Schewe • Learn Like a Pro
Daniel Kahneman • Thinking, Fast and Slow
Matthew Skelton & Manuel Pais • Team Topolog

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Chapters

1. Intro (00:00:00)

2. Balancing agile practices with inclusivity & flexibility (00:04:40)

3. Remote work, flexible practices & organizational transitions (00:11:49)

4. The "Three-Teams Model" for new managers (00:18:09)

5. Inclusive management: Tailoring leadership to individuals (00:22:44)

6. Promotions & acquisitions: Insights for managers (00:30:28)

7. AI realism (00:38:11)

8. The role of LLMs in software development & enterprises (00:44:55)

9. Outro (00:49:49)