Leaders in Tech

Thursday , September 19

LiT#4 - The Business Impact of Tech Leadership

Leaders in Tech

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Join us for the first autumn LiT session, dedicated to how we can create more business impact as leaders in technology.

​Together with Julien Ducarroz, CEO of Orange Romania, we will explore how we can make a significant impact with our partners, with a special focus on the evolution of the local IT&C market.

​Gain fresh perspectives, experience a personal touch from an inspiring CEO, engage in open discussions, and connect with industry peers as we explore this essential theme together.

​​Agenda:

  • ​​Welcome

  • ​Interactive Q&A session

  • ​​LiT – What’s next

  • ​​Networking

​Secure your spot now to be part of this enriching experience!

​Shape the future. Lead now.

Event Details

Start:

06:30 PM

End:

09:00 PM

Event Organizer

Organizer:

LiT - Leaders in Tech

Email:

contact@leaders-in-tech.com

Location

Adress:

Strada Matei Millo 5, București 010144, Romania

Website:

www.leaders-in-tech.com

LiT#4 Key Takeaways

1. A True Leader’s Qualities

Julien emphasized that true leadership rests on three key qualities:

  • Curiosity: Constantly learn new things.
  • Continuous Improvement: Reflect on your experiences – like Julien’s bike rides home, where he takes time to process and improve.
  • Openness to Change: Push beyond your comfort zone and always embrace new challenges.
2. Adapting to Change is Crucial

In today’s fast-paced world, your knowledge can become obsolete in just a couple of years. Julien highlighted the importance of continuously learning and growing – a contrast from 20-30 years ago when a degree could last a lifetime. Now, it’s all about adaptability and the willingness to re-skill and up-skill.

3. Growth Through Change

While employers may seek stability, Julien encouraged switching projects or even jobs every few years to force your brain to adapt and grow. He explained how reaching 90% mastery in a role often means it’s time to move on and start fresh in a new challenge, ultimately benefiting both you and your company. The Romanian market may lack this mindset, but in places like the US, it’s common practice among successful professionals.

4. AI: Game-Changer or Hype?

Julien shared his thoughts on the potential of Generative AI (GenAI):

  • It’s a tool with immense potential, but can it justify the high cost of implementation?
  • Real-world use cases, like sentiment analysis in customer service, show promise, but we’re still in the early phases.
  • While there’s a lot of hype around AI, the question remains – can companies actually make a business case out of it?
  • AI could revolutionize sectors like medicine, but it also comes with ethical dilemmas and potential risks.
5. Decision-Making & Leadership

Julien stressed the importance of asking many questions but making quick decisions to stay ahead in a fast-changing environment. Leaders need to stay grounded and balance their focus between the present and future.

6. Family First

On a personal note, Julien shared that his best decision was moving back to be with his family – a reminder that no matter how demanding leadership can be, family should always come first.