Kevin Boyle - from developer to business owner of Gearset

How is Gearset able to create such a vibrant and healthy culture? By having a healthy feedback culture.

In this episode of my #podcast, I speak to Kevin Boyle, co-founder of Gearset about his journey from his techie beginnings into the world of entrepreneurship and heading up this great company.

If you’ve read Dilbert books such as the E-myth, there will be doubt as to whether great software engineers, developers or coders can become equally good managers. The skillset is different, as well as the mindset and attitude…. one would think.

However, there are those who are able to adapt and flex, and being self aware helps a lot as you are then able to identify your strenghts and areas which you may need support. Building outstanding teams and ensuring the culture is maintained as the company grows is a challenge that Kevin takes on seriously.

We talk about the importance of making sure you have the right people on board, and I found myself nodding vigorously throughout the conversation.

Transparency, coaching, feedback and a genuine desire to make what we build better for everyone (without ego being in the way) is crucial in ensuring healthy culture.

I learned so much during our conversation, and I hope that you will enjoy it too.

You can watch the video and read the transcript here.