Dec. 21, 2023

Strategic Decision-Making in Tech With Brian Childress

Strategic Decision-Making in Tech With Brian Childress
Apple Podcasts podcast player badge
Spotify podcast player badge
RSS Feed podcast player badge
Amazon Music podcast player badge
iHeartRadio podcast player badge
RadioPublic podcast player badge
Apple Podcasts podcast player iconSpotify podcast player iconRSS Feed podcast player iconAmazon Music podcast player iconiHeartRadio podcast player iconRadioPublic podcast player icon
Season 1

Join host Avetis Antaplyan in an insightful episode of The Tech Leader's Playbook, featuring tech advisor and strategist Brian Childress. With a strong background in software engineering, cloud computing, and cybersecurity, Brian shares his experiences in guiding CTOs and CEOs through critical technical decisions and the landscape of modern technology.

Key Takeaways:

  • Gain insights into the unique challenges non-technical founders face in the tech industry.
  • Learn about key considerations when hiring freelancers, consultants, or agencies.
  • Understand the risks associated with hiring offshore developers and how to navigate them.
  • Explore the balance between building and validating business ideas in the tech space.
  • Hear Brian's personal career insights, including obstacles and success strategies.

Episode Highlights:

  • Brian's Approach to Tech Leadership: Combining practical solutions with a deep understanding of technology.
  • Hiring External Tech Talent: Strategies for making informed decisions.
  • Offshore Development: Mitigating risks for successful collaboration.
  • Balancing Innovation and Validation: Tips for tech entrepreneurs.
  • Personal Career Insights: Lessons from Brian's journey in tech.

Resources:

Guest Bio:Brian Childress is a dynamic technologist and advisor, known for his ability to simplify complex tech concepts for strategic decision-making. With his vast experience in software engineering and cybersecurity, he has become a go-to expert for tech leaders seeking to innovate and grow.

About the Host:Avetis Antaplyan, a seasoned tech leader, hosts The Tech Leader's Playbook, bringing together experts from various fields to share their insights on technology, leadership, and business strategies.