Everything you need to know about being an effective CTO — from technical strategy to team building to stakeholder management.
Start ReadingThis handbook is based on interviews with 100+ successful CTOs and our own experience building technology teams. Whether you're a first-time CTO or a seasoned leader, you'll find actionable insights here.
The CTO role varies dramatically by company stage and type. We break down the different flavors of CTO — from hands-on builder to strategic leader — and help you understand which you are (or should be).
How to think about technology choices, architecture decisions, and technical roadmaps. Plus: when to build vs. buy, managing technical debt, and planning for scale.
Hiring, onboarding, performance management, and creating a culture where engineers thrive. The people side of technical leadership.
How to communicate with non-technical stakeholders, manage expectations, and align technology with business goals.
A playbook for new CTOs — whether you're joining as a fractional leader or full-time. How to assess, plan, and start making impact quickly.
The security responsibilities every CTO must understand. From SOC 2 to GDPR, incident response to security culture.
What changes as your company grows from seed to Series A to growth stage. How to evolve your role, team, and systems.
The CTO role is demanding. How to manage stress, prevent burnout, and sustain your effectiveness over the long term.
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