Pat Kua on Leadership, Culture and Growth

Overview
In this episode Pat Kua shares his experience shaping engineering culture, the role of leadership in fostering growth, and practical advice for technical leaders.

Key Takeaways

• Effective leadership requires clear communication and alignment with business goals.
• Building a healthy culture starts with psychological safety and empowerment.
• Sustainable growth is achieved through continuous learning and adaptable processes.
• Metrics should focus on outcomes, not just output.
• Leaders must balance technical depth with strategic vision.

Who Would Benefit

• Engineering managers looking to improve team culture.
• Technical leaders aiming to scale organizations responsibly.
• CTOs and architects interested in aligning technology with business objectives.
• Senior developers transitioning into leadership roles.

Frameworks and Methodologies

• Psychological Safety principles
• Continuous Delivery
• Servant Leadership