Technical Leadership Mentoring
Accelerating careers in technology leadership through practical guidance and proven frameworks
Early in my career, a mentor helped me see that technical excellence alone wasn't enough for leadership success. That guidance transformed my trajectory from a skilled developer to a strategic technical leader.
I bring a unique perspective combining deep technical expertise, proven leadership experience, and creative problem-solving approaches. My focus is on practical, actionable guidance that delivers real results—not theoretical advice that sits on a shelf.
I work with mentees in North American time zones (EST, CST, MST, PST) to ensure optimal scheduling flexibility and real-time communication.
Available Times
- • Weekday evenings
- • Weekend mornings
- • Flexible scheduling
Session Frequency
- • Bi-weekly sessions
- • Monthly check-ins
- • Based on your needs
Communication
- • Video call sessions
- • Email support
- • Slack async help
Mentoring Areas
Session Format
- 45-60 minute video calls
- Goal-oriented with clear outcomes
- Practical frameworks & strategies
- Follow-up support between sessions
Environment
- Confidential and judgment-free
- Actionable advice over theory
- Real-world experience sharing
- Customized to your situation
Career Stage
- • Mid-level to senior developers moving into leadership
- • New technical managers (0-2 years in leadership)
- • Aspiring CTOs/VP Engineering preparing for executive roles
- • Career changers transitioning into tech leadership
Requirements
- • Located in North American time zones
- • Committed to growth and change
- • Open to feedback and new approaches
- • Ready to invest time in development
Getting Started
- • Free 30-minute initial consultation
- • Assess mutual fit and goals
- • Discuss your specific challenges
- • Outline potential mentoring plan
Ongoing Support
- • Monthly packages with flexible frequency
- • Email support between sessions included
- • Scheduling within North American hours
- • Resources and frameworks provided
How long does mentoring typically last?
Most mentoring relationships span 6-12 months, depending on your goals and progress. We'll assess and adjust as needed.
What if I'm not in North America?
I focus on North American time zones for optimal scheduling. For international mentoring, I recommend checking out platforms like MentorCruise or ADPList.
How do you measure success?
We'll set clear, measurable goals at the start—whether that's a promotion, improved team performance, or specific leadership skills development.
What's your mentoring philosophy?
I believe in practical, actionable guidance over theoretical advice. Every session should leave you with concrete next steps and frameworks you can immediately apply.
Essential Reading
- • "The Manager's Path" by Camille Fournier
- • "Radical Candor" by Kim Scott
- • "The First 90 Days" by Michael Watkins
- • "Staff Engineer" by Will Larson
Frameworks & Tools
- • RACI matrices for decision clarity
- • OKRs for goal setting
- • 1:1 meeting structures
- • Technical decision records