From Coder to Catalyst: Mastering Tech Leadership at Every Level
Step beyond technical excellence and into transformative leadership. This immersive, no-slides workshop will walk you through the three pivotal shifts in technical leadership—from solving problems, to managing programs, to developing people.
Expect real-world stories, practical models, and powerful group discussions—not theory or fluff. Whether you’re growing into leadership or leading a team of leaders, you’ll leave with clear strategies to expand your impact.
What You'll Explore:
- How technical mastery can become a leadership liability—and what to do about it
- The real reason letting go doesn’t work (and what comes next)
- Why influence beats control (but still requires structure
- How to foster ownership without losing alignment
- What to do when “do it right” and “do it fast” are both true
As leaders rise, the work shifts from problems to product to people. But most technical leaders aren’t prepared for this change—and end up stuck in the weeds or overwhelmed by complexity. This workshop helps you recognize those transition points and navigate them with confidence and clarity.
You’ll also have a chance to step back and reflect on your own leadership journey—what’s working, what’s in the way, and where to go next. It’s not about fixing broken leaders. It’s about unlocking the next version of you.
About Pete Behrens
Pete Behrens didn't set out to become a leadership expert. His professional journey began as an engineer, solving technical problems, but life had other plans. Over three decades, Pete has evolved from individual contributor to technical leader to business executive and organizational coach, learning that the most complex challenges aren't technical; they're human.
As Founder and CEO of Agile Leadership Journey, Pete has dedicated his career to helping leaders navigate uncertainty with courage and authenticity. He believes that leadership isn't about having all the answers; it's about having the humility to ask better questions and the courage to step forward when the path isn't clear.
Pete’s debut book, “Into the Fog: Leadership Stories from the Edge of Uncertainty,” captures decades of leadership wisdom through compelling real-world stories. The book reveals how authentic leadership emerges not in moments of clarity, but in the uncertainty of everyday challenges–what Pete calls “the Fog.”
An influential speaker, Pete has shared his insights at various global conferences and hosts the Relearning Leadership™ podcast, where he engages with industry experts and leaders to explore the evolving landscape of leadership and organizational development.
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