#23: Gonçalo Silva (CTO, Doist) on building progression frameworks for a distributed team

#23: Gonçalo Silva (CTO, Doist) on building progression frameworks for a distributed team

Author: Progression March 25, 2021 Duration: 56:52

We're back after a bit of a break with a new series of Progression Pods - this time we're mixing up the presenter so watch out for some new voices from the team.

In this episode, Gonçalo Silva, CTO at Doist (creators of Todoist and Twist) sits down with Neil to discuss the nine month process they went through to create a progression framework for their globally distributed team of 100 people. 

They discuss building the framework transparently, iteratively gathering and incorporating team member feedback and how they use their framework to help determine compensation.

Links:
https://twitter.com/goncalossilva
https://doist.com
https://todoist.com
https://twist.com

Neil on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ncameron

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Figuring out a path forward in a tech career often feels like navigating without a map. We excel at crafting elegant systems for users, yet applying that same structured thinking to our own professional growth is surprisingly difficult. The Progression Podcast exists in that space, exploring the very human, often messy process of building a fulfilling career in technology. Rather than offering simplistic advice, we sit down with regular contributors and seasoned guests to unpack the real challenges-like the tension between managing people and staying hands-on with technical work, or the gap between the skills we have and the tools we wish our managers possessed. Conversations delve into practicalities, from understanding compensation and effective training to evaluating whether a new role is truly the right fit. This isn't about quick fixes; it's a candid look at the deliberate craft of career design, offering perspectives and stories that help you make more informed decisions about your own journey. Tune in for thoughtful discussions that move beyond the code to focus on the person writing it.
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