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Code Leaders 24 spotlight: Why the jump into Leadership is extra hard for people in Tech – and what to do about it

If you’re a manager in Product, Design, or Engineering, you need to be a Leader. But why do so many Leaders end up firefighting and stressed out? What makes Leading Teams in Tech harder than other areas of a business, and how can you set yourself up to succeed (or at least survive)? It’s all about asking yourself 3 simple questions – join us to find out.

About Benjamin Wirtz

At the forefront of leadership within the tech sector, Benjamin Wirtz, Managing Director of Scalable Leaders, brings over 10 years of experience in building companies and leading teams. Having gleaned knowledge from world-class leaders at organizations such as Google and Atlassian, Wirtz has become an influential figure in molding tech leaders. With a rich history of crafting Scalable Leaders – a Growth & Support System, he addresses the overwhelming challenges faced by Leaders in Tech, aiming to transform pressure into progress.

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Thoroughly enjoyed Web Directions — met some great people, heard some inspiring presenters and added a whole bunch of things to my to-do list.

Joel Roberts Web Developer