In this episode, Kris Shinn, the VP of Engineering at Consensus, shares insights on scaling a single-focus engineering team to a broader or different type of engineering team. The conversation covers the impact on engineering leaders and engineers, managing tribal knowledge, and accommodating different preferences in organization size. Kris also provides an overview of Consensus, a blockchain company specializing in the Ethereum ecosystem. Tune in to gain valuable perspectives on navigating team growth and adapting to a changing industry.
Highlights:
00:00:09 Scaling a single-focused engineering team
00:05:45 Leaders must evolve and adapt.
00:11:08 Managing change requires clear communication.
00:18:10 Navigating career growth in scaling companies.
00:22:10 Importance of process in scaling.
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