While Sidebar offers peer circles for any executive, Tech Leaders delivers guaranteed $25K+ opportunities specifically for senior engineers ready to monetize their expertise.
See why tech leaders are switching from Sidebar's generic networking to our results-driven system
| Feature | Sidebar | Tech Leaders |
|---|---|---|
| Focus | Generic peer circles for any executive | Laser-focused on tech leaders ready to monetize expertise |
| Results Timeline | Long-term networking with unclear ROI | 30-45 days to first premium opportunity |
| Income Impact | Career growth through connections | $25K+ opportunity guarantee within 6 months |
| Content | General leadership discussions | 90 days of done-for-you content positioning you as an expert |
| Community Size | 1000+ members (diluted attention) | 300+ curated tech leaders (high-touch support) |
| Pricing | Ongoing subscription (accumulates over time) | One-time $2,950 investment with lifetime network access |
| Support Model | Peer-only discussions | Weekly coaching with Todd + peer mastermind |
| Tools & Systems | Networking platform only | Complete business-building toolkit + templates |
The Verdict is Clear
Tech Leaders delivers measurable ROI while Sidebar offers... networking
Tech Leaders: Tech Leaders is exclusively for senior engineers ready to become CTOs, VPs, and fractional executives
Tech Leaders: Our system delivers measurable results: promotion, new role, consulting gigs, or board positions
Tech Leaders: We provide done-for-you content, proven playbooks, and weekly implementation support
Tech Leaders: Active opportunity sharing with members sending each other 6-figure deals weekly
While Sidebar talks about "career growth," our members land real opportunities
Fractional CTO, Ireland
Replaced full income with 3-day week
"For this client, it's a fractional gig that will replace all my income, which means I can go and do this fractional thing for three days a week."
Director of Customer Success, Colorado
New job offer + promotion
"Applying my new approach learned through Tech Leaders, has led to a new job offer and a promotion"
CTO, Poland
Leveled up strategic impact
"I wanted to increase my leverage by doing a higher level of work. Tech Leaders delivered exactly that."
$300+/mo
Sidebar subscription forever
$2,950 once
Tech Leaders + lifetime access
Plus our $25K+ Opportunity Guarantee makes this a no-brainer
While Sidebar members struggle to find time for networking, we give you 3 months of LinkedIn posts, articles, and emails that position you as the go-to expert—written by our team while you focus on your day job.
Exact scripts that landed our members 6-figure raises, board seats, and $25K+ consulting gigs. Not theory—actual templates you can use tomorrow.
Get Todd's direct feedback on your specific challenges. Watch him tear down real opportunities and show you exactly how to land them. (Sidebar offers peer discussions only.)
If you don't land at least one opportunity worth $25K+ within 6 months, we work with you for free until you do. Sidebar offers... hope?
Time: Another year of networking won't change your income
Money: $300+/month adds up fast with no guaranteed ROI
Results: Generic advice doesn't work for technical leaders
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