How Coaching Shapes Leadership: Insights from Microsoft's Daron Yöndem | Builders
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How Coaching Shapes Leadership: Insights from Microsoft's Daron Yöndem | Builders

In this episode of Builders, Lee Haynes chats with Daron Yöndem, Tech Lead for Application Innovation at Microsoft, about leadership, coaching, and the future of AI in Azure, exploring topics like edge computing, cloud innovation, and the accountability of AI. Learn about the skills that will shape the future, strategies for team integration, and the importance of inclusivity, authenticity, and human connection in tech. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on balancing speed, innovation, and effective team-building in today’s fast-paced world.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Introduction and Career Journey

(02:00) Lessons in Delegation and Partnerships in Entrepreneurship

(04:18) The Importance of Timing in the Market

(06:15) Coaching: Helping Individuals Find Their Path

(10:54) The Power of Reflection in Personal and Professional Growth

(15:12) AI in Coaching: Replication vs. Human Experience

(34:10) The Accountability and Impact of AI

(35:02) Cultural Understanding in AI Models

(37:20) Skills for the Future

(38:17) Challenges in Finding High-Quality Developers

(39:24) Balancing Speed and Building Effective Teams

(01:04:02) Strategies for Integrating New Team Members

(01:13:03) The Future of AI in Azure

(01:24:25) Edge Computing vs. Cloud Computing

(01:28:50) Security Features in Azure

(01:31:41) The Importance of Human Connection

(01:33:18) The Role of Social Sciences in the Tech Industry



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