From Music and Tech Leadership with Rachel Collingridge

In this episode of the TechWaka podcast, Jakub sits down with Rachel Collingridge, Head of Engineering at Totara, to discuss the symphony of leadership, teamwork, and the continuous pursuit of learning in the tech world. From the foggy heights of Wellington's Karori suburb, Rachel shares her intriguing journey from a classically trained musician to a tech leader, highlighting how the disciplines of music and technology harmonize.

Throughout the episode, Rachel offers profound insights into the essence of a positive team dynamic, the tangible nature of culture and strategy in the workplace, and the importance of feedback and self-reflection in personal growth. She also touches on her approach to navigating the initial phase at a new company, the iterative process of aligning with organizational strategies, and the value of questioning as a tool for innovation and improvement.

Rachel also shares her thoughts on overcoming imposter syndrome, the significance of recognizing one's contributions, and the crucial balance between being a collaborative team member and an effective leader.

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Tech Waka Podcast: Journeys of New Zealand Tech Leaders.

Here we dive into the stories of New Zealand's top tech leaders. Your host, Jakub Jurkiewicz, brings you conversations with CTOs, CIOs, and tech innovators from across Aotearoa. Join us as we uncover the experiences, challenges, and successes that shape our tech community.

This is where New Zealand's technology journey unfolds.

• No. of episodes: 13
• Latest episode: 2024-06-17
• Technology

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