Communication
Networking Rules for Job Hunting
February 23, 2024
Job hunters need to follow these rules to realize their full potential.
Recognizing People Who Do the Right Thing
October 17, 2023
We often underestimate the level of sacrifice a leader must make to do the right thing. We want to recognize people who are making those sacrifices.
Managing Performance With Your Manager: It Goes Both Ways
July 23, 2023
Learn how to manage your manager’s performance, set clear expectations, and drive your career growth. Get actionable tips for effective 1:1s and feedback.
The ‘I Was Told’ Trap
May 9, 2018
Explore the dangers of doing what you’re told in IT and how it affects productivity and responsibility. How to avoid this trap and take charge in your career.
Margin for Leadership
October 7, 2016
Explore the importance of creating margin in your day for leadership and mentoring. Learn from past mistakes and discover how to effectively manage your time for the benefit of your team.
Internalizing the Plan
September 17, 2016
Explore the importance of creating and internalizing a plan in a technical context. Learn how honesty and understanding are key to growth and efficiency in technology.
Exposing the Unknown
September 9, 2016
Explore the importance of honesty and open communication in tech teams, especially with new members. Learn effective strategies for building trust and understanding.
The Missing Compiler/Unit Test for Feelings
March 25, 2016
Explore the importance of understanding and influencing how others perceive you in a technical environment. Learn why there’s no compiler or unit test for feelings, and how to navigate this challenge.
The Technical Asshole Curse
March 18, 2016
Explore the ‘Technical Asshole Curse’ in the tech industry, where hard skills overshadow soft skills, leading to a toxic work environment. Learn how to avoid this trap and foster a healthier workspace.
Feelings > Compliance
March 12, 2016
Explore the importance of considering feelings over compliance in leadership. Discover how fostering respect and excitement can lead to more effective collaboration and success.
Building Alliances
January 27, 2016
Discover the importance of building alliances to effectively persuade people, especially in challenging situations. Learn from real-life experiences and expert advice on fostering a supportive team.
Who is with you?
January 1, 2016
Discover the importance of team alignment in problem-solving. Learn why involving everyone in the solution process leads to better execution and success.
Kanban Standup Meetings: A Way Out of Standup Hell?
March 6, 2015
Escape the chaos of daily standup meetings with the Kanban method. Learn how to facilitate effective communication and collective ownership in Agile projects. Turn your standup meetings into a productive group exercise, not a task reporting session.
Surprise
June 11, 2014
Prioritizing the grand vision can overshadow the power of surprise. In strategy, unexpected moves can be game-changers, leaving competitors scrambling.