Startups and businesses often fail despite innovative ideas because they struggle to align their offerings with the market’s real needs, typically relying on assumptions rather than genuine customer insights. Listening to customers bridges this gap by uncovering unmet needs, fostering trust, and enabling founders to refine their strategies for better market fit. A listening-centered approach involves engaging customers with curiosity, testing ideas through prototypes, and continuously adapting to evolving market trends. Humility plays a vital role, as founders must remain open to feedback and let the market guide their decisions, turning insights into actionable improvements. By prioritizing customer needs, businesses can foster loyalty, reduce risks, and create meaningful, lasting impact, as emphasized in Vladimir Baranov’s coaching philosophy.

When a market is driven by innovation, it’s key for leadership at every level in your company to build resilience and adaptability. A management coach can help. 

In the latest episode of Default Global Podcast, I had the privilege of speaking with Vladimir Baranov, an executive coach and founder of Human Interfaces with extensive experience in the tech industry. We delved into several significant aspects of scaling tech teams globally, and Vladimir offered invaluable insights from his remarkable journey.

n this podcast, Botond Seres and Dave Erickson look at how engineering types can make a business out of their product ideas, with podcast guest Vladimir Baranov, Founder of Human Interfaces.

Vladimir is an Executive Coach  - for Founders and Technical Leaders. He has coached and mentored globally at various incubators and accelerators, with a primary focus on launching, developing, and sustaining startups.

He's a serial entrepreneur, having founded three companies with successful exits in fintech and spacetech - demonstrating his proficiency in scaling businesses through various funding stages.

His entrepreneurial journey has encompassed roles such as Founder, and many C-Level positions - and lends him a comprehensive perspective on creating optimal data and technology products and services.

In this episode we talk with Vladimir Baranov, a rare combination of an experienced business coach who also holds academic posts. We take his academic view that is informed by practical experience and explore, among other things, why Crocs are so successful despite nobody understanding why and nobody admitting to owning any.

We discuss how questioning the market is more important than building cool tech when it comes to success and how it is important to bug fix the human element of any organisation. We also explore how language matters so tune in to find out why, if you have the smartest lawyer in the world and the smartest doctor, you still have a potential communication issue.

If, after the episode, you would like to find out more, reach out to Vladimir using this link: https://humaninterfaces.co/beyond

Welcome to the Business Growth Trailblazers Podcast! In this episode, we'll dive into practical advice, strategies, and stories from successful entrepreneurs who’ve made the leap from technical work to business ownership.

Vladimir is a Business Coach for Tech Founders. He coached at various U.S. and U.K. incubators and accelerators, with a primary focus on launching, developing, and sustaining startups. Vladimir champions innovation, particularly in transforming ideas into tangible businesses (zero-to-one approach). He also focuses on integration of frequently misaligned perspectives of business and technical challenges. 

Executive coaching helps C-suite leaders develop skills to drive tangible, organization-wide growth.

If you’re a professional ready to advance in your career, a tech career coach can help you navigate the journey. 

Founding a business is a uniquely rewarding - and uniquely challenging - adventure. Investing in executive skills coaching can help you turn your dream into a reality. 

Leadership coaching can help you to effectively compete for promotions and be successful once you’ve earned them. 

During a startup's growth phase, business coaching is a strategic investment that can help you to avoid common mistakes that other entrepreneurs often fall victim to.

Welcome to another exciting episode of Open Tech Talks, where we bring you insights and strategies from industry leaders to help you navigate your professional journey. Today we have a truly inspiring guest with us  who is the Founder and Certified Executive Coach at Human Interfaces, a renowned coaching and consulting firm dedicated to helping professionals and organizations achieve their full potential.

He brings extensive experience in executive coaching, leadership development, and organizational transformation. His work has empowered countless individuals and teams to reach new heights in their careers. 

In this episode, we'll delve into the corporate world and explore practical strategies for advancing your career, whether you're an individual contributor or a manager. Vladimir will share his expertise on moving up the career ladder, effectively communicate your achievements regardless of your personality type, and sell your product as a tech founder.

We'll also uncover the one thing Vladimir wishes he knew before starting his current role, discuss common bad recommendations to avoid, and address the challenges technology professionals face today.

Stay tuned as we dive into these topics, gaining valuable insights to help you succeed in your career. Let's get started!

Ever wondered what it takes to bridge the gap between business and technology? Today, we’re joined by Vladimir, a seasoned entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in fintech, wealth-tech, and space-tech. Having held founder and executive roles, Vladimir has mentored over 100 individuals and 30 companies, and currently serves as an Entrepreneur-in-Residence at Cornell.

With a unique blend of practical experience and academic insight, Vladimir’s approach to coaching is both insightful and results-focused. Whether you’re looking to mitigate start-up risks or make the leap from engineer to founder, Vladimir is here to share the strategies that have made him a sought-after mentor and advisor.

Vladimir, welcome to the show! We can't wait to hear your insights

In this insightful episode, Newton is joined by Vladimir Baranov, an Executive Coach for Founders and Technical Leaders, to explore the growing importance of soft skills in the tech industry.

Together, they dive into the critical role that communication, interpersonal skills, and emotional intelligence play in building a successful career in tech today.

They discuss the widening soft skills gap within the tech space, the communication challenges faced by engineers and IT managers, and how these issues can limit personal growth and career advancement. They also offer practical strategies for upskilling, improving social skills, and overcoming career stagnation.

Tune in to learn how mastering soft skills can lead to promotions, leadership opportunities, and a more fulfilling career in the tech industry.

In today's episode, I chat with Vladimir Baranov about an exciting and successful life of entrepreneurship. He's a serial entrepreneur, having founded three companies with successful exits in fintech and spacetech. We cover many areas including the intricacies of entrepreneurship, the difference between computer hardware and software, and his early days of coding.Now he runs Human Interfaces, as an executive coach for founders and technical leaders.

How CEO coaching addresses the psychological aspects of leadership, including stress management, resilience, and emotional intelligence.

In this episode of “BizBlend podcast” Vladimir Baranov, a veteran in the startup and tech sectors, shares his journey from early entrepreneurial attempts to structured success post-MBA. He emphasizes the importance of understanding customer needs and the value of structured entrepreneurship education. Vladimir’s diverse experience across Fintech, wealth tech, and space tech, combined with his role as a mentor and entrepreneur in residence, showcases his commitment to guiding new entrepreneurs. His key takeaway: the customer’s voice is paramount, and engaging with them can shape a business even before it begins.

Discussing how to properly manage conflict at work in a way that can lead to stronger, more cohesive teams in the tech industry.

Insights into the lifecycle of a tech startup, including key milestones and strategies for growth at each stage. If you’ve been wondering how to start a business in technology, this article is for you. 

Providing a step-by-step guide to finding a tech career coach, including where to look and what questions to ask.