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Want to know how the world’s top brands stay ahead of the game? 🚀 From Google to Netflix, leading companies are using specialist augmentation to unlock new levels of innovation and efficiency. This approach isn’t just about hiring extra hands; it’s about tapping into specialised expertise to drive impactful results. In this post, we’re pulling back the curtain to reveal how giants like Tesla, Slack, and Amazon leverage experts in AI, engineering, product development, and more to fuel their growth. Curious about the secrets that keep them on top? Swipe through to find out how specialist augmentation can elevate your business too! 👇 #innovation #specialistaugmentation #businesssuccess #digitaltransformation

There's been a lot of debate around "Founder Mode" recently. Here's what I think: Going back into "founder mode" sounds like someone who relinquished control, and realized things aren't going the right way. It sounds like a failure to properly hire the right set of C-level executives to scale and manage the business. It's different than Jensen Huang at NVIDIA. He has a lot of direct reports because he feels like the stuff that they're doing is so complex, so siloed, that if he isn't the one that keeps it all in alignment, it's not going to well. And I understand the frustration. When Scout Ventures was on Fund 1 with 24 portfolio investments, I maintained every Excel spreadsheet. If you looked at my office, there were 24 notebooks on a desk behind me, that had all the due diligence for every company. But it was me and an intern. As we expanded, at times, the quality of information wasn't always as accurate. But that's not the fault of the individuals working. We probably should have had a process around information consistency much earlier. Now, everybody who comes to Austin, gets to work with us, and figure out the way we interact and the standards we hold everyone to. I try to share and integrate the historical experience so that the way we view things merges into the way they view things. Not to diminish their own perspective. But to build and evolve a shared Scout perspective. And at some point, our own Scout AI layer to empower the best decisions. #dualuse #dualusevc

With the rise of #AI, how has the hiring profile for a Head of Engineering evolved? Our Technical Advisory Board member, Michael Curtis, tends to think that the core profile hasn't drastically changed, though engineering leaders need to possess some degree of literacy with how the new tech works⚖️ Learn more about hiring the best Head of Engineering for your $50M ARR to IPO business: https://ow.ly/feOG50T5thN

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗶𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 In the world of innovation we often hear about the CEOs, the visionaries and the founders. But behind every tech revolution lies a group of unsung heroes: the engineer’s product managers and data analysts who work tirelessly to bring ideas to life.  Take the iPhone. Steve Jobs was the face of its launch but the device we can’t live without today was the result of countless hours of work by designers, developers and engineers solving micro level challenges. Every swipe or every touch and click we take for granted represents thousands of decisions made behind the scenes.  This isn’t just about recognition. It’s about acknowledging that teamwork is at the core of every groundbreaking product. Whether it’s a startup or a multinational company every member of a team contributes to the bigger picture.  Next time you use your favorite tech product think about the silent architects who made it possible. And if you’re leading a team take a moment to appreciate how every role no matter how small it seems builds the future. #TeamworkInTech #Innovation #BehindTheScenes CA Sundeep Modi CA Neetu Jain

I see a lot of robotic automation come out of this. https://lnkd.in/e2NWs4Wh

I spoke to Ron Green, the CTO of a management consulting and engineering firm focused exclusively on artificial intelligence, about building teams of ML Engineers. He shared many useful tips about what to look for when assessing talent. If you're a CTO, engineering leader or work in talent, the episode is full of actionable tips and advice. Often overlooked, is the fundamental of getting people who can build great software on your team. You can check out The Lucent Perspective for the full episode. Available on Spotify, Apple etc. #MachineLearning #AIHiring #MLEngineers #AITalent #HiringTips

Ever wondered why some companies excel at creating innovative solutions that seem to defy logic? 🚀 I just read an eye-opening article on "Psychological Moonshots" by Javier Perez and how focusing on user perception can yield massive returns with minimal investment.  Companies like #Apple have mastered this by creating seamless ecosystems that keep us hooked—not through flashy tech, but through sheer convenience and user experience. It's a powerful reminder that sometimes the biggest leaps in value come not from groundbreaking technology, but from understanding and improving the user experience in ways competitors can’t easily replicate. How do you see the role of psychology in creating competitive advantages? 💬 Check out Javier's full post in the comments below! 👇 #finance #investing #stockmarket

How Does OPX Empower Operations Directors? 📈 We’ve tackled the top challenges Operations Directors face and revealed how OPX turns obstacles into opportunities. Dive in to find out who are the typical OPX users and how do they benefit from using OPX? ⤵ https://lnkd.in/eAKYehEf #operations #directors #artificialintelligence

Hoping to scale your engineering teams? 🤖 Follow the flow of the investment space to find out where top AI talent might be headed (and learn which markets to keep your eye on). Keeping up with the latest funding news could influence your next big hire.👇 #DeepTech #FundingNews