In this episode we're talking about being a CTO. People listening might have CTO career aspirations. A lot might report into a CTO, and others might be selling to CTO's. So we talk to David about all things CTO.

David Crawford has spent many years as a CTO. He's also been a CTO advisor and non-executive director. He often hosts London Tech Leader panels, and also hosts the "CTO Lens" podcast.

Show Links

• Ben Pearce LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/
• Tech World Human Skills Home - https://www.techworldhumanskills.com
• David Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-crawford-13679a/ 
• CTO Lens Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/5aT2XrO7CTOCLPqKZmcnT9 

Takeaways

• The role of a CTO is complex and varies by organization.
• CTOs are responsible for technology vision and strategy.
• Understanding finance is crucial for technology leaders.
• Soft skills in leadership are essential for success.
• Performance management is a critical aspect of the CTO role.
• Engaging with the business is vital for a CTO.
• Career development requires curiosity and mentorship.
• Fractional CTO roles are becoming more popular.
• CTOs must balance technical knowledge with leadership skills.
• Communication with non-technical stakeholders is key.

Keywords

CTO, CIO, technology leadership, fractional CTO, skills, career development, performance management, stakeholder management, communication, technology strategy