In this episode of Breaking Changes, Postman Head of Product-Observability Jean Yang dives into the world of engineering leadership with Carta CTO Will Larson. From career progression to team building and navigating challenging transitions, Will's experiences offer a wealth of wisdom. Tune in as they discuss leadership consistency, hiring strategies, and the importance of clear communication. Plus, they delve into underrated advancements in the industry, AI's impact, and the exciting release of Will's third book!

For more on Will Larson, check out the following:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/will-larson-a44b543/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Lethain

Personal Website: https://lethain.com/

Company Website: https://carta.com/

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 - Introduction and Background 03:25 - Career Path and Leadership 05:09 - Different Roles as a CTO 07:28 - Leadership in Times of Scarcity 08:16 - Approaches to Hiring and Building Teams 10:19 - The Importance of Consistency in Leadership 13:19 - Reasoning from the Boxes 14:25 - Qualities to Look for in a Hire 16:33 - Red Flags in Hiring 18:02 - Smooth Transitions and Migrations 23:42 - Challenges in Leading Change 27:20 - Lessons from Reductions in Force 32:51 - Absorbing Upsetness and Dealing with Conflict 33:27 - Leading Through the Growth Stage 37:00 - Growth in Leaders Themselves 45:13 - Underrated Breaking Change: Venture Capital 46:37 - Breaking Changes Introduced by AI 49:18 - Exciting Change: Release of Third Book