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Sep 7 • 6 tweets • 4 min read
Ep 5 of the Level-up Engineering Stories is out!

@iolloyd shares how Blockdaemon builds successful teams and products within the blockchain space.

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codingsans.com/blog/leadershi…

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Here are a few takeaways:

1. Hire for success

The secret of building well-aligned teams is establishing the right hiring strategy. Technical knowledge is important, but focus on finding culturally aligned people who are deeply interested in their field.
2. Keep your teams aligned

When you have teams all around the world, you have to find the right balance between autonomy and alignment. Some practices must be standardized among teams so that you're able to run cross-functional programs.
3. Plan for changes

Instead of planning ahead for the next 3-4 years, have a plan that enables your team to react to changes quickly.
If you have well-organized practices and a flexible plan, you'll be able to adapt to market changes a lot faster than your competitors.
Want to learn more about planning for success in the blockchain field?

Check out the full interview through the link below!
codingsans.com/blog/leadershi…
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1. Become an entirely agile organization

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