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Episodes
How Tech Leaders Can Stand Out in the Eyes of Recruiters
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textPeter Hangya reveals what makes senior engineering leaders memorable to headhunters and decision-makers. We discuss the subtle differences ...
Hiring in Cybersecurity: How to Win the Cyber Talent War
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textI met with Peter to learn from his experience placing over 700 candidates in the cyber security space. He highlights the evolving nature of...
Landing Your Next Role Without Applying: A Guide for Senior Tech Leaders
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textJob boards don’t work for high-level roles, so how do you land your next job? Is your network good enough? Do you know the right stakehol...
From Paycheck to Package: Smarter Negotiation for Senior Leaders
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a text If you are a senior leader, the right financial positioning can increase your income by €50k or even €100k+ in annual compensation. P...
Want a Job in AI or HFT? Here's How Senior Leaders Actually Get In
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode, Peter discusses the current job trends in rapidly growing industries such as AI, blockchain, and high-frequency trading. H...
Career Questions From CTOs Answered - With Michal Juhas & Peter Hangya
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textWith Peter, we addressed questions about the hidden job market, which constitutes over half of job opportunities. Companies often prefer co...
Inside the Headhunter’s Mind: What Makes You Stand Out as a Tech Leader
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a text With Peter, we’re discussing how candidates effectively catch the attention of headhunters. He discusses the importance of versatility ...
How to Get Headhunted: A Guide for Senior Tech Leaders
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textWith Peter, we’re discussing how to identify a dream job amidst the current hiring landscape. Peter encourages candidates to conduct thor...
Headhunter Secrets: How Top CTOs and VPs Get Picked
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textI was curious how the selection process works and Peter revealed how engineering leaders get picked for top roles. He emphasizes the import...
Tailoring Your Profile: How to Attract the Right Headhunter
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a text I met with Peter who’s a seasoned headhunter to discuss how to adjust profile so someone like him gets interested and reaches out to yo...
Mastering CTO Leadership: Kathy Keating’s Four Pillars for Success
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode, I sit down with the incredible Kathy Keating, an Interim CTO, Executive Coach, and co-founder of the CTO Levels Framework....
The First 90 Days as a CTO: How to Avoid Common Mistakes with Marian Kamenistak
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textHow can new CTOs navigate their first 90 days successfully? In this insightful interview, Marian Kamenistak, Founder of the Engineering Lea...
Optimizing LinkedIn Profiles for Maximum Visibility - Proven Strategies from Falk Hannemann
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a text🎙️Join us for an exclusive interview with Dr. Falk Hannemann, CEO at Lodron.In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Dr. Falk Han...
Why Every CTO and CIO Should Get an MBA: Transitioning from Tech Expert to Business Leader with Oliver Degnan
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a text🎙️Join us for an exclusive interview with Oliver Degnan, CIO & LevelUP Coach.In this insightful interview, Oliver Degnan shares hi...
From Full-Time Leader to Fractional CTO: How To Transition Effectively with Philipp Deutscher
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a text🎙️Join us for an exclusive interview with Philipp Deutscher, Interim & Fractional CTO.In this episode, we explore Philipp's j...
Untitled EpisodeMastering Salary Negotiations: Strategic Negotiation Techniques for CTOs with Nicole Bannon
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a text🎙️Join us for an exclusive interview with Nicole Bannon, Lead AI Advisor & Negotiator.In this episode, Nicole shares strategic tip...
From Meetups to International Stages: Aviv Ben-Yosef’s Guide for Aspiring Tech Speakers
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a text🎙️Join us for an exclusive interview with Aviv Ben-Yosef, a renowned Tech Executive Consultant and international speaker, to uncover t...
Bridging the Soft Skills Gap for CTOs with Laura Peli
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a text🎙️Join us for an exclusive interview with Laura Peli, a PCC Certified Executive Coach.She shares invaluable strategies for CTOs and se...
From Startups to Scale-Ups: The Evolving Role of a CTO with Matt Watson
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a text🎙️Join us for an exclusive interview with Matt Matheson, Founder of Full Scale.Matt shares his insights from over 20 years of experien...
From Code to Communication: Communication Strategies For CTOs with Matt Matheson
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a text🎙️Join us for an exclusive interview with Matt Matheson, Speaking coach. In this episode, we sit down with Matt, a renowned speaking ...
Scaling Your CTO Career: From Startups to Global Enterprises with Adelina Chalmers
23 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a text🎙️Join us for an exclusive interview with Adelina Chalmers, a seasoned CTO Advisor.In this episode, Adelina unpacks the complexities...
From Engineer to CTO: How To Transition from Technical Expert to Business Leader with Sergio Gago
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a text🎙️Join us for an exclusive interview with Sergio Gago, author of CTO Toolbox.In this episode, Sergio shares his journey from engineer ...
Building Authority and Personal Branding - Insights from Shiv Shenoy
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a text🎙️Join us for an exclusive interview with Shiv Shenoy, Authority Coach for Experts.In this interview, Shiv shares game-changing insigh...
Networking Strategies for Introverted Tech Executives with Dr. Kyle Elliott
24 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a text🎙️Join us for an exclusive interview with Dr. Kyle Elliott, Tech Career Coach.In this episode, Kyle shares practical tips on overcomin...
Identifying and Showcasing Your Unique Value as a CTO with Cindy Etsell
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a text🎙️Join us for an exclusive interview with Cindy Etsell, Leadership Coach.In this episode, we sit down with Cindy, a renowned career an...
Becoming an Interim and Fractional CTO For SaaS Clients with Martin Rusnak
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a text🎙️Join us for an exclusive interview with Martin Rusnak, Interim CTO for SAAS Companies.Martin is a seasoned Interim and Fractional CT...
How Can CTOs Stay Ahead in Tech: Continuous Learning and Adaptation Tips with Lukas Tencer
11 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a text🎙️Join us for an exclusive interview with Lukas Tencer, Google’s Director of Engineering.He shares invaluable insights on continuous...
From Tech Savvy to CTO Leadership Excellence with Monica Guzman
10 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a text🎙️Join us on our latest podcast episode for an engaging conversation with Monica Guzman, a top expert in coaching tech leaders and per...
Creating a Personal Brand That Stands Out with Sharon Livingston
04 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a text🎙️Join us on our latest YouTube podcast episode for an engaging conversation with Sharon Livingston, business coach and author!Sharon,...
Navigating Professional CTO Growth: Leadership Skills and Personal Branding with Marina Vishnyakova
01 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a text🎙️Join us for an engaging conversation with Marina Vishnyakova, an ICF PCC-certified leadership and business coach, on our latest YouT...
Mid-Career CTO Executive Transition Step-by-Step With John Tarnoff
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a text🎙️Join us for an engaging conversation with John Tarnoff, Executive Mid-Career Transition Coach, on our 8. podcast episode!John shares...
From VPoE to C-Suite: Enhancing Executive CTO Communication With Laurie Rose Schloff
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a text🎙️Join us for an engaging conversation with Laurie Rose Schloff, Executive Speech Coach, on our 7. podcast episode!Laurie shares her e...
Hiring Insights And Career Tips For CTOs: Insider Insights With Michal Novovesky
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a text🎙️Join us for an engaging conversation with Michal Novovesky, the dynamic Head of Product at Bloomreach, one of Central Europe’s fas...
Building a Strong CTO Brand With German Ramirez
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a text🎙️Join us for an engaging conversation with German Ramirez, a leading Personal Branding Coach on our 5. podcast episode!German is a le...
Career Elevation With CTO Coach With Stephan Schmidt
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a text🎙️Join us for an engaging conversation with Stephan Schmidt, renowned CTO Coach and author on our 4. podcast episode!Stephan delves de...
Cultivating Valuable Career Network With Julia Toothacre
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a text🎙️Join us for an engaging conversation with Julia Toothacre, a renowned career coach, strategist, and LinkedIn top voice on our 3. pod...
Cultivating Executive Mindset For CTOs With Eric Nehrlich
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a text🎙️Join us for an engaging conversation with Eric Nehrlich, Executive Coach on our 2. podcast episode!We delve into the essentials of c...
Unlocking the Hidden Job Market: The Secret to More Career Opportunities With Phanella Fine
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a text🎙️Join us for an engaging conversation with Phanella Fine, esteemed C-Suite Coach and Founder of Up Rising, on our 1. podcast episode!...