--- product_id: 580564193 title: "Tech Leadership: The Blueprint for Evolving from Individual Contributor to Tech Leader" brand: "andrew swerdlow" price: "R774" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/580564193-tech-leadership-the-blueprint-for-evolving-from-individual-contributor-to store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Tech Leadership: The Blueprint for Evolving from Individual Contributor to Tech Leader **Brand:** andrew swerdlow **Price:** R774 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Tech Leadership: The Blueprint for Evolving from Individual Contributor to Tech Leader by andrew swerdlow - **How much does it cost?** R774 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/580564193-tech-leadership-the-blueprint-for-evolving-from-individual-contributor-to) ## Best For - andrew swerdlow enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted andrew swerdlow brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Tech Leadership: The Blueprint for Evolving from Individual Contributor to Tech Leader ## Images ![Tech Leadership: The Blueprint for Evolving from Individual Contributor to Tech Leader - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61QYNQFJ1uL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars The manual that should be issued to New Managers or Prospective Managers *by C***G on Reviewed in the United States on December 5, 2023* I wish I had this book when I transitioned to management from a Staff IC role at a FAANG corp. I'd always thought I wanted to go into management and the title change certainly felt like another accomplishment. The truth is I had no idea what I was doing, how challenging it would be, and just how much my IC leadership style needed to change to be successful supporting people. There was no playbook waiting for me and I often had to figure things out on my own the hard way.It seems obvious but it took me a while to realize that people, even friends and trusted colleagues, really do view you in a different way when you become an EM and getting honest feedback suddenly becomes a lot harder which unfortunately can be an 'othering' experience and lead to trust issues, and feelings of being alone at work not knowing if anyone else knows what this is like. Lots of bumps, bruises, and scar tissue built up over the first year or two. Many lasting lessons learned.But I don't think the journey to EM needed to be so traumatic. Andrew's book, including his conversational tone and candor, really resonate with me and mirror many of the situations I found myself in as a new manager. I wish I had read it before making the transition. I would still become a manager, but I think I'd be a much more effective and supportive one and get to that point sooner with less friction and fewer 'costs' past on to my reports and partners.'Tech Leadership' is one of those easy but impactful reads that I'll be revisiting and reflecting on from time to time. Highly recommend for new managers or prospective managers. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars LEADERSHIP, not management! *by C***T on Reviewed in the United States on October 8, 2023* The author not only provides nice frameworks and detailed advice for new and upcoming leaders in tech, but he does so with the attention to soft skills and sustainable leadership that is certainly missing in many tech "leaders" who are really career oriented managers or accidental managers. The author gives advice and experience from the perspectives of an INTENTIONAL tech leader looking to build people, products and teams in tech. Lots of references and stories from the history of tech leadership are interwoven with the author's direct experience and advice, making for a nice starting point to additional resources as well, if that's what you're looking for.A refreshing and authentic "people-first" perspective on technical leadership bolstered by experience in some of the most demanding technical organizations in the world. Highly recommended for existing and prospective leaders and managers looking to do it in the "right" and sustainable way. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Phenomenal book to elevate your tech career *by J***E on Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2024* Traditionally, many career paths follow the Peter principle, where techies are promoted to the level of incompetence. This book isn't about biding your time in tech until there's a job opening. Instead, it's full of practical, actionable steps a person in tech can follow to become a strong, dynamic leader in the industry. Andrew's own journey shows that moving into leadership isn't about luck or waiting; it's about plotting your own course, learning leadership fundamentals, and growing into a true leader and not just a manager. ## Frequently Bought Together - Tech Leadership: The Blueprint for Evolving from Individual Contributor to Tech Leader - The Manager's Path: A Guide for Tech Leaders Navigating Growth and Change --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/580564193-tech-leadership-the-blueprint-for-evolving-from-individual-contributor-to](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/580564193-tech-leadership-the-blueprint-for-evolving-from-individual-contributor-to) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-05-06*