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The Problem With Promoting High Performers

It’s exciting to help your direct reports reach the next level of their career, but don’t fail to plan for the side effects of promotions.

Jun 5, 2022

The Problem With Promoting High Performers

Jun 5, 2022

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Why I Consume So Much Darn Content

In a previous post I noted some of my favorite newsletters, but those were not the only ways I continue to learn. Through my years in tech…

Jun 30

Why I Consume So Much Darn Content

Jun 30

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Feeling the Pain, A Framework For Solving Obscure Problems

I don’t tend to have too many mantras when it comes to engineering leadership, but one key saying that I keep coming back to over and over…

Jun 23

Feeling the Pain, A Framework For Solving Obscure Problems

Jun 23

John Hartley

I don't view this to be a problem, because each side should have a specialty.

Jun 22

Jun 22

John Hartley

Great ideas here David! Especially like the tactics for tidying Slack. It can definitely get messy.

Jun 13

Jun 13

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What To Do When You Outgrow Your Manager

If you’re at one company long enough, it’s possible that you have the opportunity to work with a manager for several years. In some cases…

Jun 9

What To Do When You Outgrow Your Manager

Jun 9

John Hartley

It's both the easiest and hardest thing to do. Great post!

May 29

May 29

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7 Must-Read Newsletters For Tech Leaders

And no, I’m not going to add this blog to this list. You’re already here and can decide for yourself if you’d like to follow!

May 28

7 Must-Read Newsletters For Tech Leaders

May 28

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How To Navigate That Failing Startup Feeling

I came across a Reddit post this week titled “That Failing Startup Feeling.” The author discusses the familiar experience of working for a…

Mar 11

How To Navigate That Failing Startup Feeling

Mar 11

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The two graphs above should be must-reads for all new managers.

Mar 10

Mar 10

John Hartley

John Hartley

Engineering leader with a passion for building and growing teams. Writing about leadership and management in the tech industry. Director of Eng @ Curology

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