Jakub Jedrzejczak

Jakub Jedrzejczak serves as the Director of Information Technology for the Town of Leesburg, Virginia. With 27 years of experience in the IT industry, including 8 years in the private sector and 19 years in public sectors, Jakub brings a wealth of knowledge and innovative approaches to technology leadership. His background includes managing diverse IT environments, from supporting library systems to police departments and utilities. Jakub is also passionate about education and has experience teaching AI classes for leadership.

Jakub Jedrzejczak on Creating Inspiring Environments in IT Leadership

How can IT leaders create environments where team members thrive? In this episode, Jakub Jedrzejczak, Director of Information Technology for the Town of Leesburg, Virginia, shares his unique approach to leadership and team management. From his innovative onboarding process using value cards to his insights on AI and quantum computing, Jakub offers a fresh perspective on cultivating curiosity, understanding individual motivations, and creating an environment where people can inspire themselves.

Care about user experience, or it’s time to move on.

 

3 Key Takeaways

  • Leaders should focus on creating an environment that allows people to inspire themselves
  • Understanding individual motivations is crucial for effective team management
  • Curiosity and continuous learning are essential in the rapidly evolving tech landscape

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Episode Show Notes

03:43 – Discussion on AI and its multidimensional approach to language

17:56 – Jacob’s philosophy on caring about people’s experience with technology

22:05 – Challenges of managing diverse IT needs in local government

24:26 – Jacob’s unique onboarding process using value cards

32:51 – The importance of curiosity in IT and leadership

35:37 – Focusing on human needs when implementing technology solutions

46:24 – Story about helping former prisoners transition through technology skills

48:34 – Handling team members who aren’t performing well

53:21 – Detailed explanation of the value card exercise for new employees

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