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07
Oct
From Individual Contributor to Leader: How to Get that Promotion

From Individual Contributor to Leader: How to Get that Promotion

After coaching dozens of engineers on their transition from individual contributor to leader, I’ve noticed the same pattern repeat
10 min read
30
Sep
The Leadership Power of Second Chances

The Leadership Power of Second Chances

A few years ago, I came very close to making a decision I would have regretted – letting someone go far
7 min read
23
Sep
Reading the Energy in the Room

Reading the Energy in the Room

Leaders listen for words. But the truth of the room often shows up before anyone speaks. In posture. In eye
7 min read
16
Sep
EQ Metrics to Test Your Leadership

EQ Metrics to Test Your Leadership

Leadership often feels impossible to measure. You can count story points, release velocity, uptime percentages. But how do you measure
8 min read
09
Sep
How to Lead Through Silence

How to Lead Through Silence

Silence is one of the most misunderstood signals in leadership. You present an idea in a meeting… and no one
9 min read
02
Sep
The Subtle Art of Absorbing Anxiety Without Passing It Down

The Subtle Art of Absorbing Anxiety Without Passing It Down

🌊 Introduction One of the least talked about – but most important – responsibilities of leadership is emotional containment. When pressure flows from
9 min read
26
Aug
Self-Reflection and Core Beliefs: What’s Really Blocking Your Leadership

Self-Reflection and Core Beliefs: What’s Really Blocking Your Leadership

5 min read
19
Aug
Empowering People Without Losing Your Relevance

Empowering People Without Losing Your Relevance

7 min read
12
Aug
The Risk and Reward of Difficult Conversations: For Engineering Leaders

The Risk and Reward of Difficult Conversations: For Engineering Leaders

6 min read
05
Aug
Navigating Change With EQ: How to Handle Backlash When the News Isn’t Great

Navigating Change With EQ: How to Handle Backlash When the News Isn’t Great

6 min read