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Scale Smart, Grow Fast with Kevin Henrikson
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Hi Reader, When we featured Earthly last week, we never imagined they’d unveil a major pivot just days later. This week we’re diving into the startup world with my good friend Kevin Henrikson, talking about how to build and scale engineering teams. We cover everything from the early days of open‑source at Zimbra, to successful exits, to designing systems that last. Why does this matter?Kevin has founded and sold several companies, including Accompli, later rebranded as Outlook Mobile after Microsoft acquired it. He also grew Instacart’s engineering team from fifty people to fifteen hundred during the COVID surge. His track record shows how the right habits help small teams scale without losing speed. Why now?Remote work, quick pivots, and sudden demand spikes are the new normal. Kevin’s playbook - tested at Yahoo, Microsoft, and Instacart - gives founders a clear path for scaling teams and culture before growth turns into chaos. Episode summary
“The day you sign the acquisition, you need to switch your hat from founder to advisor.” – Kevin Henrikson
Kevin’s stories pack hard‑won lessons on scaling teams, systems, and culture. Hit play and learn how to grow fast without breaking what makes your company great. You'll find the episode embedded below, or on the episode home page. Watch on YouTube Watch on Spotify
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This podcast and newsletter focus on clear conversations about technology, security, and modern software. Experts share insights on DevOps tips, open source projects, cybersecurity, and Europe's move toward its own cloud services. You will hear about continuous integration, airplane hacking, and new laws that affect the tech industry. Each show explores real problems and fresh solutions in the digital world. By subscribing, you will keep up with the latest trends in software, gain helpful advice from pros, and stay current in a fast-changing environment. We also talk about supply chain security, IoT, and the details of building strong systems. This blend of technical ideas with real-world viewpoints is a great resource if you want to grow your skills, learn about new technology, and connect with others who love all things tech.
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