#121 Robbert van Os: From Startup to Scale-up - Key Auditing and Leadership Strategies

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In this episode, host Matt Warcholiński, CEO of software development agency Brainhub talks with Robbert van Os, about their role as Founder & Technological Trailblazer at BackupCTO.

During the conversation they cover:

- Tech Audits and Key Areas to Focus On: Insights into the typical elements of a tech audit, such as team composition, product development approach, software infrastructure, and operational maturity, which are critical for scaling businesses.

- Common Challenges in Startups: An understanding of the common problems faced by startups, like scalability issues, hiring inexperienced professionals, and over-reliance on cloud credits without proper cost management.

- Importance of Feedback and Openness: How important it is for founders and tech leaders to remain open to critical feedback, especially when working with investors, as it plays a significant role in growth and trust-building.

- Emerging Trends in AI and Technology: An exploration of how AI advancements, including language models and voice assistants, are shaping industries, alongside challenges related to regulatory pressures and security.

- Learning and Adapting as a Leader: The importance of staying updated, networking, and using resources like meetups, podcasts, and articles to continuously learn and adapt in leadership roles, especially in the rapidly changing tech landscape.

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