People and Productivity: Roland Selmer's Approach at Yapily
Tech Talks4 Loka 2024

People and Productivity: Roland Selmer's Approach at Yapily

In this episode, David Savage sits down with Roland Selmer, the Chief Product and Technology Officer at Yapily, to discuss the importance of people and efficiency in tech leadership. Roland shares insights into how Yapily has combined product and engineering teams to create a more integrated and efficient organization. He emphasizes the value of having strong leadership at the VP level and the benefits of maintaining smaller, more agile teams to reduce communication friction and enhance productivity. The podcast conversation touches on the challenges and strategies of managing tools and technology in a rapidly evolving environment, highlighting the significance of investing in people and fostering a collaborative culture.

Also, do you have any business book recommendations for David and Akeesh?


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