
She Built Systems - Now She Builds Teams
Her Head's in the Cloud
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<p>What does it really take to move from hands-on coding to shaping the strategy behind high-performing tech teams? In this episode, Lisa Cutmore of Airtasker shares her remarkable journey from 15 years as a developer to a leadership role where empathy, resilience, and authenticity are her greatest assets.</p>
<p>Join host Egle as she and Lisa dive into:</p>
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<li> <p>The evolution from problem-solving in code to influencing product direction and team culture</p> </li>
<li> <p>The subtle and overt challenges women face in engineering and leadership, including “paper cuts” and imposter syndrome</p> </li>
<li> <p>How emotional intelligence and empathy can become leadership superpowers—even when it means wearing your heart on your sleeve</p> </li>
<li> <p>The book that transformed Lisa’s approach to tough conversations: <em>Crucial Conversations</em></p> </li>
<li> <p>Practical advice for women starting out in tech: embrace your strengths, seek out empowering workplaces, and remember you are enough</p> </li>
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<p>Whether you’re an aspiring leader, a seasoned engineer, or someone passionate about diversity in tech, this episode offers candid insights and actionable wisdom on leading with purpose and heart. Tune in for a conversation that celebrates difference, resilience, and the power of being unapologetically yourself </p>
<p>This podcast is brought to you by the Technology Recruitment Department powered by Precision Sourcing. </p>
<p>Host: Egle Scerbaviciute</p>
<p>Guest: Lisa Cutmore </p>
