Your First Year as a CTO

10 crucial actions you should consider in your first year

Author

Jakub Chodounsky
February 26, 2024

The transition into the Chief Technology Officer role is pivotal not only for the individual but also for the future of the technology department they will lead. If you have just stepped into these big shoes, that is huge — congrats! You’re about to embark on a journey that’s as thrilling as it is daunting.

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