Eight Traits: Executive Mindset

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“I used to be the largest dairy consumer on the planet. I used to eat so much dairy and meat. The more that I looked into the dairy industry, the more that I saw that it was the singular, most inhumane industry on the planet, that we've all been lied to, including myself, for years. I always believed that the picture on the milk carton, the cow standing next to her calf in the green field with the red barn in the back was true. It’s certainly the complete opposite.” – Richard (Kudo) Couto Richard (Kudo) Couto is the founder of Animal Recovery Mission (ARM), an organization solely dedicated to investigating extreme animal cruelty cases. ARM has led high-risk undercover operations that have resulted in the shutdown of illegal slaughterhouses, animal fighting rings, and horse meat trafficking networks. Recently, they released a damning investigation into two industrial dairy farms outside of Phoenix, Arizona supplying milk to Coca-Cola’s Fairlife brand. What they uncovered was systemic animal abuse, environmental violations, and a devastating betrayal of consumer trust. While Fairlife markets its products as being sourced "humanely," ARM’s footage tells a very different story—one of suffering, abuse, and corporate complicity. Despite the evidence, this story has been largely ignored by mainstream media—likely due to Coca-Cola’s massive influence and advertising dollars.…

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Executive Mindset — Suspending Disbelief

Before you shoot it down, can you believe it’s possible? This penultimate episode in our eight traits series is about cultivating the executive mindset: the leader who fuels momentum by suspending disbelief, creating space for bold solutions instead of killing ideas with realism too soon.

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Eight Traits: Executive Mindset

The Tech Exec Podcast with Aviv Ben-Yosef

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Executive Mindset — Suspending Disbelief

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The Notebook Test 9:50

5 days ago9:50

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Imagine if your private leadership notebook — the one where you wrote what you really think about your team — suddenly became public. How surprised would they be reading it? How surprised would you be watching their reactions? In this episode, we explore the uncomfortable but essential gap between what leaders think and what they actually say. Learn why withholding honest feedback creates silent confusion, why coaching means sharing the real story early , and how radical transparency can turn things around. The uncomfortable truth: If honesty would shock your team, your leadership isn’t as strong as you think. Stop Ad-Hoc Leading Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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Eight Traits: Product Mastery 11:05

12 days ago11:05

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Product Mastery – The Tech Leader’s Force Multiplier Most tech leaders settle for “understanding the product.” But true product mastery is something else entirely. It’s the difference between being a tech "leader" and being a genuine executive. In this episode, the final one in the series, we unpack what product mastery really means, why it’s the trait that amplifies all the others, and how it lets you shape not just what gets built—but what wins. If you’ve ever felt like your team’s impact is capped by business decisions you don’t control, this is your way in. Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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Eight Traits: Executive Mindset 9:32

19 days ago9:32

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Executive Mindset — Suspending Disbelief Before you shoot it down, can you believe it’s possible? This penultimate episode in our eight traits series is about cultivating the executive mindset: the leader who fuels momentum by suspending disbelief, creating space for bold solutions instead of killing ideas with realism too soon. Don't be a CT-No video . Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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Eight Traits: Communication 12:09

26 days ago12:09

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Say It Like You Mean It: Communication for Tech Leaders In this episode, we continue our deep dive into the eight essential traits of exceptional tech leaders—this time, tackling the ever-crucial skill of communication . Too many leaders assume that because they’ve said something, they’ve communicated it. But how often have you walked away from a conversation certain you were clear, only to discover later that the other person heard something entirely different? Whether you’re speaking to your team, your peers, or your board—this is the difference between alignment and chaos. Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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Eight Traits: Coaching 8:46

5 weeks ago8:46

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You’re Not Coaching—You’re Just Talking at People In this next installment of the Eight Traits series, we dive into one of the most misunderstood (and underused) leadership skills: Coaching . Everyone thinks they’re coaching because they give feedback or advice. But real coaching? It’s about helping people think better, not just telling them what to do. If you want a team of independent thinkers—not task rabbits—this one’s a must. Grab my free impact coaching framework ebook . Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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Eight Traits: Autonomy 10:38

6 weeks ago10:38

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Most tech leaders say they value autonomy. But when it comes to actually letting go and empowering their teams? That’s where the cracks show. In this episode of the Eight Traits series, I unpack how autonomy isn’t just about giving freedom—it’s about intentional delegation, trust, and designing teams that think for themselves (without blowing things up). If you’re still the bottleneck—or if “delegation” means throwing tasks over the fence—this one’s for you. Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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Eight Traits: Instilling Purpose 10:52

7 weeks ago10:52

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For years, I’ve guided tech executives through a simple self-assessment of eight leadership traits—helping them pinpoint the highest-ROI areas for growth. Now, I’m bringing that process to the podcast. In this series, we’ll break down each trait, giving you a framework to assess yourself and practical ways to improve. After previously discussing vision, now we're covering translating that into action: Instilling Purpose . Vision's no good if it's locked up in your head because then you have to play the master of puppets to make it a reality. Once you master instilling purpose, you gain the genuine benefit of having an empowered team work toward the same objective. More on cultivating that in this week's episode. Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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Eight Traits: Vision 8:31

8 weeks ago8:31

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For years, I’ve guided tech executives through a simple self-assessment of eight leadership traits—helping them pinpoint the highest-ROI areas for growth. Now, I’m bringing that process to the podcast. In this series, we’ll break down each trait, giving you a framework to assess yourself and practical ways to improve. This time, we're continuing with vision : A foundational tenet of every strategy, executives who lack vision don't know where they're headed. Let's go over simple questions to assess whether you've got enough of a vision or not. Check out my video about moving upstream and gaining vision. Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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Eight Traits: Accountability 14:48

9 weeks ago14:48

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Other People's Games 12:52

10 weeks ago12:52

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When you're playing other people's games, you're following a path selected by others. You might have a better way of reaching that destination, or an entirely different one. Too often, we find ourselves playing by rules that weren’t designed for us, following paths that don’t serve us, and chasing goals we never truly chose. In this episode, I break down the power of opting out, the courage it takes to reject playing other people’s games , and how tech leaders can create careers and companies that align with what actually matters. Reserve your spot for the Coaching Upgrade #2 livestream. Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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Innovation Safety Nets 11:29

11 weeks ago11:29

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This team was spinning its wheels for weeks—endless discussions, half-baked experiments, and no real progress. Then, they put a “safety net” in place, and within days, they made leaps they hadn’t achieved in months. What changed? And more importantly—can you do the same? Too often, teams fear taking bold steps because failure feels too costly. But with the right structures in place, they stop playing defense and start creating. In this episode, we dive into how the right guardrails can unlock innovation rather than stifle it. Tune in to learn how to cultivate a culture where risk-taking is productive, creativity flows, and your team moves forward—fast. Reserve your spot for the Coaching Upgrade #2 livestream. Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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Risotto or Salad? 12:33

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Ibuprofen Management 10:47

13 weeks ago10:47

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Burn Notion Down 11:22

14 weeks ago11:22

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Some engineering leaders are so process-driven, they’re practically begging AI to replace them. Are you so intent on bolting everything down, you're mostly ensuring there's no innovation happening? Don't be a bureaucrat. Over-optimization and rigid systems kill creativity, making human leadership irrelevant. More on this week's episode. Get a copy of the Impact Coaching Framework ebook . Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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Unhappy Meals 8:48

15 weeks ago8:48

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Is your team essentially operating like teenagers working at McDonald's, not having any real authority or agency to do anything without asking for their parent's permission? The right coaching and environment can unlock their potential, and the wrong ones easily deteriorate into a messy space with lots of unhappy faces. More on this week's podcast episode. Join my upcoming public livestream about upgrading your coaching skills . Sign up and also get my free ebook about the impact coaching framework. Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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All Chiefs, No Tribe 10:53

16 weeks ago10:53

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Being easy on the trigger with the titles and "roles" you hand out can really skew your organization's culture in the wrong direction. Here's the story of a real company I came across with no "plain" ICs and how you *should* handle titles and lead roles. Join my upcoming public livestream about upgrading your coaching skills . Sign up and also get my free ebook about the impact coaching framework. Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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You Snooze You Cruise 9:30

17 weeks ago9:30

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Toss aside those grand New Year's resolutions you wrote. I've seen tangible and long-term changes in my clients by finding a way to make improvement a constant. If you treat your progress with deliberate practice, these efforts will accrue considerably. But you have to be in it for the long game. More in this week's podcast episode! Get my free impact coaching framework ebook . Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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Bootstrapping Leadership 15:08

18 weeks ago15:08

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CTO/VPE? The bad news: Your CEO won't coach you. The good ones? You've got enough agency and authority to pull yourself by the bootstraps! This week's podcast is a DIY-kit for coaching and growth. Grab my free coaching framework ebook: https://avivbenyosef.com/free-coaching-framework-ebook/ Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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In The Shallows 9:53

19 weeks ago9:53

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Year-end reflection on the behaviors of the top 0.1% engineers and leaders I've had the privilege of working with, and how you should make the time to get deeper instead of always doing shallow work. You don't have to change things constantly, but if you don't constantly learn and reassess, you'll miss the signs when change is actually needed. Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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Fooling No One 8:02

20 weeks ago8:02

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How you handle delays and issues matters not just for that specific iteration, but for the type of leader you are and how your peers will view you. Are you making cascading delays and failures worse, or are you using it as an opportunity to create a healthier rapport and establish yourself as a genuine leader? Check out this week's podcast episode for more. Objectively Better Objectives: Free livestream to make this OKR season not suck. https://avivbenyosef.com/events-2024-12-objectively-better-objectives/ Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@aviv-ben-yosef Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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Communication Upgrades 9:45

21 weeks ago9:45

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Communicating better will set you apart as a senior tech leader, reduce micromanagement from your boss and peers, and provide you with more leverage. You can improve all that and fast. Piqued your interest? Check out this week's short episode precisely about this. Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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Having Fun 6:54

22 weeks ago6:54

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Are you having fun? This isn't a kumbayah question, and not about expecting every second of your work to be fun (that wouldn't be work). It's about ensuring you're not wasting your life, trapped by previous success, what others would say, or thinking you "owe" it to someone else. Life's short, and this week's short podcast episode is about not wasting it! Also available as video on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@aviv-ben-yosef Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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Money-Mouth Distance 14:37

23 weeks ago14:37

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A terrific way to erode trust and ruin your momentum as a leader is to be viewed as someone preaching "Do as I say, not as I do." Even worse is when you fail to notice this and are oblivious to the discord. Your team isn't. This week's episode is about spotting and stopping it. Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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The Final Straw 7:06

24 weeks ago7:06

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That's *it*! You've had! Enough is enough. Right? Well, you might have reached that point. However, *why* did that happen? This week's podcast episode is about debugging leadership procrastination that lets things deteriorate for too long. Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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Momentum 6:26

25 weeks ago6:26

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Most executives I work with are extraordinarily accountable and remarkably capable of keeping track of different tasks, projects, and commitments. However, when there comes the time to focus on themselves and how they will grow, they find it hard to gain momentum. Let's change that. This week's quick episode is about the tiniest steps toward getting better. LAST CALL! Live session: Cracking Productivity: Why Can't Your Team Improve? Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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The Most Challenging Constraint 12:07

26 weeks ago12:07

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Your investors? The budget? The team? Regulation? Yes, you certainly have to deal with a lot of constraints. Yet you might be self-imposing the most challenging constraints of all. The bad news is that you will struggle while you let that happen. The good news is that you certainly can do something about it! More on that in this week's podcast episode. Live session: Cracking Productivity: Why Can't Your Team Improve? Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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Complaints 10:22

27 weeks ago10:22

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Who doesn't enjoy a hearty rant from time to time, am I right? Unfortunately, sometimes our brains mix up complaining with actually doing anything. That's how many leaders and founders lose connection with their own agency and lose efficacy. This week's podcast episode is about complaining and not being the complainer . Check out my free live session! Cracking Productivity: Why Can't Your Team Improve? https://avivbenyosef.com/cracking-productivity-why-cant-your-team-improve/ Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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Crutches 7:50

28 weeks ago7:50

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What are the things that you rely on, consciously or not? Whatever it is, it might be holding you back from growing faster or creating a glass ceiling for your employees. Tune in for more in this week's podcast! Check out my upcoming live session: Cracking Productivity: Why Can't Your Team Improve? This podcast is also available in video form! Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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Power Moves 7:16

29 weeks ago7:16

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Power moves don't have to be douchy. At least not the ones we're discussing in this week's podcast episode: How to wield your power and make your move, so you're a real executive and not just someone with a glorified title. Take the lead and… lead! More in this week's episode. Also available in video! Click here to watch a video of this episode. Check out my upcoming free session. Cracking Productivity: Why Can't Your Team Improve Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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Rude Awakening 11:33

30 weeks ago11:33

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Sometimes, usually because your boss isn't professional enough, you can let too much time pass without realizing you're underperforming. This week's episode will help you assess your risk factors for this happening to you, as well as how to address them. Don't be blindsided! This episode is also available in video form ! Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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Catastrophizing 6:23

31 weeks ago6:23

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Techies often have a default stance of expecting the worst to happen. It might've served you well when you were coding and helped you remember to write an 'else' for every 'if,' but it can be holding you back right now as a leader. More in this week's episode! Check out my YouTube channel ! Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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Replacements 7:01

32 weeks ago7:01

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Stop thinking too highly of yourself. You, too, are replaceable. Apple has done pretty well post-Jobs, surely your startup will survive you taking some time off or focusing on a different area of the company that needs your attention. This week's podcast episode is about embracing how we are all replaceable to create a more robust organization. Check out my YouTube channel ! Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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What to Expect When You're Expecting 4:40

33 weeks ago4:40

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What are your expectations of your time as the year is in its final stages? How high of a bar do you set for yourself and your team? Are you acting as a glass ceiling for your organization? More on raising your expectations and the bar in this week's episode. Check out my new YT videos . Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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Non Linear Careers 8:36

34 weeks ago8:36

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Progressing as an engineering leader shouldn't be automatic and "linear." Very rarely are things as simple as that. How much agency and control are you putting into choosing what you're doing most of your waking hours, as opposed to 'going with the flow'? Check out this week's episode for more! Please check out my YouTube channel and subscribe ! Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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Wasted Careers 9:30

35 weeks ago9:30

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This week's episode turned into a bit of a rant about people who fail to make the most of their careers because they prioritize the wrong things. Months wasted can take years to undo when it comes to your own psyche. Get a grip. New: 2024 Leadership Livestream Package ! Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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Time Value 7:06

36 weeks ago7:06

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Making some plans and deciding to take certain steps in advance to make your life easier in the future isn't "waterfall" and planning is not over-engineering. In fact, I find that most startups are lacking in the planning department. This week's episode is about considering the time-value of work so you do it when it will provide the biggest ROI. New: 2024 Leadership Livestream Package ! Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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Still Waters 5:26

37 weeks ago5:26

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Last week's episode was about the importance of taking action faster as a leader. Today's episode, to throw you off, is about avoiding big, drastic, and showy changes in favor of sticking to small changes that become habitual. Still waters run deep. Check out this five-minute episode for more! New: 2024 Leadership Livestream Package ! Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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Photocopies 4:54

38 weeks ago4:54

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Are we on the brink of "model collapse"? There's no way to keep copying what used to work endlessly and assume it will stay the same. Repetition eventually leads to degradation, unless we mindfully inject new innovation. More on that in this week's five-minute episode! New: 2024 Leadership Livestream Package ! Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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Taking It In 5:18

39 weeks ago5:18

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When there's a new head-of-state or government elected, we expect to see what they've accomplished within their first 100 days. What excuses have we got, then, not to be making even faster iterations as leaders in startups? More on not 'taking it all in' incessantly on this week's episode! Join my free live session, part one of the 10x Engineering Teams series: Introducing Healthy Friction . New: 2024 Leadership Livestream Package ! Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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Predictions 7:06

40 weeks ago7:06

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Sometimes people make predictions that fail completely. I still think that's healthier than never stating what you think is going to happen. What works for ICs doing TDD is also applicable to executives. For more, check out this week's episode! Join my free live session, part one of the 10x Engineering Teams series: Introducing Healthy Friction . New: 2024 Leadership Livestream Package ! Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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Timing 8:02

41 weeks ago8:02

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Timing is everything. I'm not talking about stand-up comedy but about your ability to spot opportunities and use them. The exact same work has a different value depending on when it is performed. Are you attentive enough to ensure your team is generating the best ROI for its work? Join my free live session, part one of the 10x Engineering Teams series: Introducing Healthy Friction . New: 2024 Leadership Livestream Package ! Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

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Boiling 6:17

42 weeks ago6:17

6:17

The story of one of my (too many) geeky pranks in my army service and how humans too easily get used to things being off. This is your weekly reminder to stop boiling. Join my free live session, part one of the 10x Engineering Teams series: Introducing Healthy Friction . New: 2024 Leadership Livestream Package ! Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

The Tech Exec Podcast with Aviv Ben-Yosef

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Progress Theater 6:50

43 weeks ago6:50

6:50

You might be understanding 'fake it till you make it wrong,' and leaning too heavily into the faking part. That's in part what the tech industry has allowed itself to do for too long, but now we have to learn what are the real progress indicators and adamantly stick to those. Are you making genuine progress that's improving the condition of your users, or are you doing things that look good on LinkedIn? New: 2024 Leadership Livestream Package ! Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

The Tech Exec Podcast with Aviv Ben-Yosef

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Priority Dissonance 3:32

44 weeks ago3:32

3:32

Priority dissonance is what we get when we are so bombarded by tasks that we cannot see the forest for the trees. And if you're not paying enough attention, you'll end up missing great opportunities or kicking yourself for not having acted while it was possible. This week's episode is about fixing that dissonance. New: 2024 Leadership Livestream Package ! Grab a copy of my books, Capitalizing Your Technology and The Tech Executive Operating System . Subscribe to the best newsletter for tech executives . For any questions or comments, reach out to me directly: aviv@avivbenyosef.com…

The Tech Exec Podcast with Aviv Ben-Yosef

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Think Bigger 5:26

45 weeks ago5:26