The Remote Work Revolution: Raw Truths from Hostaway COO Ken Weary
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🎙️ The Misconception About Leadership and Management featuring Ken Weary, COO of Hostaway In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with Ken Weary, the Chief Operating Officer of Hostaway, a leading vacation rental management platform. With extensive experience scaling tech companies and building high-performing teams, Ken challenges one of the biggest myths in professional development: the idea that management is the only path to leadership. What you'll learn: Why the "best performer = best manager" formula often leads to disaster, especially in technical fieldsHow both individual contributor and management tracks require unique forms of leadershipThe crucial difference between getting work done directly versus through others, and why understanding this can save your career Ken brings his practical insights from years of operational leadership to transform how you think about career progression. Whether you're a developer wondering about your next move or a leader building your team structure, this episode will help you make better decisions about your professional journey.