PinnedPublished inBetter ProgrammingThe Problem With Promoting High PerformersIt’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, 20228Jun 5, 20228
Cultivating Constructive ConflictIn every organization, the pursuit of innovation, efficiency, and a dynamic workplace culture rests on the bedrock of communication. Yet…Nov 11Nov 11
Why I Consume So Much Darn ContentIn 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 30Jun 30
Feeling the Pain, A Framework For Solving Obscure ProblemsI 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 231Jun 231
Great ideas here David! Especially like the tactics for tidying Slack. It can definitely get messy.Jun 13Jun 13
What To Do When You Outgrow Your ManagerIf 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 95Jun 95
7 Must-Read Newsletters For Tech LeadersAnd 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 28May 28
Published inVentureHow To Navigate That Failing Startup FeelingI came across a Reddit post this week titled “That Failing Startup Feeling.” The author discusses the familiar experience of working for a…Mar 11Mar 11