How Engineering Leaders Shape Team Culture Beyond Company Values
Company values are just the start—real culture is built by teams. Explore practical steps for engineering leaders to create meaningful, lasting team culture.
Why Engineering Leaders Should Weigh Decisions by the Stories They Create
Great engineering leaders know numbers matter, but stories rally teams. Explore how weighing decisions by narrative impact creates culture and lasting growth.
Building Perspective: Memorial Day Reflections for Leaders
On Memorial Day, pause to reflect on those who made our freedoms possible. Discover a three-step practice to build gratitude and broaden your leadership perspective.
When Mastery Matters: Why Engineering Leaders Should Set Occasional Finish Lines
Constant growth is vital, but setting mastery goals helps engineering leaders reach new heights. Discover why striving for completion—not just progress—can unlock deeper motivation and lasting impact.
Defining Engineering Fundamentals: Move Beyond Vague Evaluation
Too often, 'focus on fundamentals' is used without clarity. Learn how first principles thinking helps engineering leaders define what really matters for hiring and team success.
Proactive Visibility: Helping Engineering Teams Showcase Their Impact
Don’t wait for review season—empower your engineering team to track and share their impact year-round. Build proactive visibility and support growth with these actionable steps.
From Coding to Communicating: Why Writing Defines Engineering Impact
Great engineers aren't just great coders—they're great communicators. Explore 5 writing shifts that transform your impact, influence, and leadership as an engineer.
The No-Surprise Review Playbook for Engineering Leaders
Tired of performance reviews filled with anxiety or last-minute surprises? Discover the no-surprise review playbook to make feedback clear, fair, and confidence-building for your engineering team.
The Valuable Employee Paradox: Why Initiative Gets Punished
Discover why companies praise bold employees—until it’s inconvenient. Learn how leaders can genuinely reward initiative and foster real innovation.
Embracing Ambiguity: How Uncertainty Fuels Growth in Engineering
The biggest growth often comes from uncertainty—not careful planning. Learn why embracing ambiguity is essential for engineers and leaders who want to grow fast.