Agree on the job before trying to become better at it. A technology strategist and an operational engineering leader need different calendars, authority, and support.
What to look for
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Separate running an engineering organization from influencing technology across one.
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Match your decision rights to the outcomes the company expects.
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Revisit the remit when the business changes, rather than treating a title as a permanent job description.
Keep in mind
Published in 2007. The categories are a discussion tool, not a universal organization chart.
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Write down your three largest responsibilities and the authority each requires. Ask the CEO to write their version independently, then compare.
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