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/   Follow Jean on Twitter/X @jeanqasaur. And remember, never miss an episode by subscribing to the Breaking Changes Podcast on your favorite streaming platform, company website at https://www.postman.com/events/breaking-changes or Postman's YouTube Channel—just hit that bell for notifications.   #BreakingChanges #postman #Carta #TechLeadership #ExecutiveProfessionals #LeadershipDevelopment #Adaptability #ConsistencyMatters #TechIndustryInsights #CareerGrowth #LeadershipSkills #ProfessionalDevelopment #AdaptiveLeadership   Episode Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction and Background03:25 - Career Path and Leadership05:09 - Different Roles as a CTO07:28 - Leadership in Times of Scarcity08:16 - Approaches to Hiring and Building Teams10:19 - The Importance of Consistency in Leadership13:19 - Reasoning from the Boxes14:25 - Qualities to Look for in a Hire16:33 - Red Flags in Hiring18:02 - Smooth Transitions and Migrations23:42 - Challenges in Leading Change27:20 - Lessons from Reductions in Force32:51 - Absorbing Upsetness and Dealing with Conflict33:27 - Leading Through the Growth Stage37:00 - Growth in Leaders Themselves45:13 - Underrated Breaking Change: Venture Capital46:37 - Breaking Changes Introduced by AI49:18 - Exciting Change: Release of Third Book