Ten rules of project management
As an engineer, I've been exposed to pointless project management ceremonies, meaningless estimates, high-effort low-value status reporting – I've endured it all, and formed strong opinions as a result…
Should parental leave affect rewards?
If someone takes parental leave, should that have an impact on the size of their next raise or the timing of their next promotion? Short answer: no…
The transmogrifying power of reflection
Ever hit a rough patch at work? Reflection helps me turn negative potential into positive experiences. Here are some ways I use writing to help me reflect…
Make a plan and do your best
When I became an Engineering Manager, my to-do list ballooned with tasks, and everything seemed to be the top priority. I didn't have time for reflection or growth – I was just trying not to sink…
Seven tactics for resolving technical disagreements
I like to work with individuals who demonstrate maturity, and the ability to navigate disagreements and resolve them productively signifies maturity to me. Here are some tactics that I like to use to resolve technical disagreements…
Monkey read, monkey write
Having trouble getting into the habit of writing? Not sure how to approach a topic you'd like to write about? When this happens to me, I find that my reading habits hold the key…
Fixing the live coding exercise
Stressed-out candidates make for terrible interviews. But there are ways you can create psychological safety for candidates, so they can show you their best selves during a live coding exercise…
Level self-assessments
You can't get to where you're going if you don't know where you are! Read on to learn how to use level self-assessments to figure out if you're ready for promotion, and what this information is good for…