14. What got you there is not gonna keep you there - Kevin Goldsmith - CTO at Distrokid, ex-Adobe, Spotify and Microsoft

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Ever wondered why some leaders effortlessly climb the corporate ladder while others get stuck? It’s not always about skill; it's about evolving with your role.

Tune in to Episode 14 as we chat with Kevin Goldsmith, the CTO at Distrokid. Kevin opens up about his challenging transition from being a developer to managing a rapidly scaling team at renowned companies like Adobe, Spotify, and Microsoft.

We dissect the dangers of being a bottleneck, the importance of self-awareness, and how you can escape the trap of your own making. This episode is your guide to navigating the often-unspoken challenges that come with the responsibilities of scaling teams and companies. Whether you’re a seasoned executive or an aspiring leader, we’ve got insights that can help you level up.

Links to the Guest

• Website: Kevin Goldsmith
• LinkedIn Profile

Resources Mentioned

• Thanks for the Feedback: The Science and Art of Receiving Feedback Well by Douglas Stone and Sheila Heen
• Management 3.0: Leading Agile Developers, Developing Agile Leaders by Jurgen Appelo
• VS Code
• Miro
• Mastodon
• Problem Solving Leadership by Gerald Weinberg