From Technical Excellence to Leadership: Understanding Yourself First

In this Engineering Culture Podcast episode, Shane Hastie chats with executive coach Frankie Berkoben about making the leap from pure tech mastery to effective leadership. They dig into how applying iterative development principles to your own growth—and truly understanding your strengths and blind spots—can supercharge your impact as a leader.

Along the way, Frankie shares practical tips for supporting neurodivergent team members and creating an environment where diverse minds can thrive. It’s a fast, friendly dive into personal evolution, coaching best practices, and building inclusive engineering cultures.

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