CTO's Mindset: Decision-Making, Strategy, and Leadership to Drive Technology and Organizations - I read this book.
This book unpacks the perspectives necessary for technical leaders to truly function as part of the executive team, focusing on three aspects: technology, business, and relationships. It emphasizes the importance of the CTO's role as a "translator," converting technology into business value and communicating with the CEO and other executives in a shared language.
The role of a CTO extends far beyond selecting technologies. It encompasses hiring, fostering organizational culture, and even areas like security and budget management. The book highlights the common pitfall for engineers-turned-leaders of fixating on finding the "right technical answer." Instead, it delves into strategic thinking for making decisions in uncertain business environments. Ultimately, it provides practical guidance on leveraging technology as a means to maximize organizational potential and drive business success.