$400 / month
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Vikas is CTO at Advaita and has held engineering, general management, and VP of Engineering roles at Microsoft, Amazon, and Upwork. He has 23 years of experience and has led global teams of more than 400 people. He helps engineers and leaders solve workplace challenges, strengthen leadership skills, and prepare for broader responsibilities.
Based on 9 verified mentee reviews
I have 23 years of experience working at Microsoft, Amazon and Upwork as engineer, general manager and VP of engineering. During my career I have led teams upwards of 400 spread across the globe. My focus is on empowering individuals who feel stuck in their careers, unsure of how to progress to the next level of leadership. Through personalized coaching, I specialize in identifying the bottlenecks hindering growth in organizations. Together, we'll develop strategies to overcome these obstacles and propel your career to new heights. I'm here to guide you towards a more fulfilling career journey. Through personalized 1:1 coaching sessions, I'll help you pinpoint the right areas to focus your efforts, navigate workplace conflicts, and manage anxiety for a more balanced work-life integration. Let's collaborate to elevate your professional growth and achieve your career aspirations with confidence.
5 out of 5 stars
Vikas is awesome. Quick to respond. After just a couple of calls I significantly altered the way I approached my CEO role for the better. If you have pain points around development, operations, or high level business strategy, Vikas is a good choice for you.
Standard Plan • 1 month
5 out of 5 stars
I contacted Vikas when I took on additional responsibilities at work—moving from a Staff role into a broader one. He quickly sees the big picture, spots the few issues that actually matter, and helps me work through them with clarity. He also connects what I’m facing to his experience as an engineering leader in a practical, specific way. I’m more focused and more confident in my decisions since working with him, and I recommend him to anyone stepping into a larger role.
Standard Plan • 1 month
5 out of 5 stars
I wish I had a mentor like Vikas earlier in my career. His depth of experience and thoughtful insights on team building and personal growth have been invaluable to me. His guidance has shaped how I think about leadership, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Standard Plan • 5 months
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Concrete next steps and a weekly rhythm to keep them going.
vikas agarwal
CTO|Ex-Amazon GM|VP Upwork|Author at Advaita
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