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Musings and thoughts on Engineering Leadership

15-Jan-2025

The Art of Upward Reviews: Writing Feedback Your Manager Will Actually Use

Navigate the delicate process of writing upward reviews with these tips that addresses common fears about retaliation and shows you exactly how to provide constructive feedback to your manager, whether they're a first-time supervisor or the CEO. read more

06-Jan-2025

The Complete Guide to Writing Self-Reviews (That Actually Get Read)

Struggling with your self-review? This guide demystifies this part of the performance review process, showing you exactly what to write and who reads it, so you can stop agonizing over lengthy paragraphs or incomplete bullet points. read more

19-Nov-2024

Grab your spot today for this exclusive virtual workshop on crafting purposeful gatherings

Register for this unique workshop today to take your next gathering to the next level read more

14-Oct-2024

Your Essential Checklist for Planning a Gathering: From Logistics to Extras

There are a million things to think about when planning a gathering. Use this comprehensive checklist to make sure you're not forgetting anything. read more

28-May-2024

Unlocking Advanced Facilitation Skills: Insights from Georgetown University's Transformational Leadership Facilitation Certification

Learn about the key insights I gained from Georgetown University's Facilitation Certification course, including advanced techniques, personal growth, and the art of designing impactful meetings. read more

02-Apr-2024

Can't Meet in Person? Tips for Planning a Great Virtual Offsite

Discover expert strategies to transform your virtual offsite into an engaging, fun, and productive experience, overcoming the challenges of remote team dynamics. read more

11-Mar-2024

Reflection: When was your team last together?

Reflect on your company's past few years, thinking about how deep thinking, problem solving, and peer connections are being prioritized. read more

26-Feb-2024

Breaking Down Barriers: How Field Trips to Different Team Offsites Spark Cross-Team Collaboration

Explore how field trips to different teams' offsites can serve as a powerful tool for fostering inter-departmental understanding, collaboration, and the sharing of diverse insights within a company. read more

04-Feb-2024

Finding Your Creative Spaces: Unleashing Innovation and Strategic Leadership

Delving into finding creative spaces and changing work methods, moving beyond traditional desks to places like cozy corners, coffee shops, and coworking spaces, and adopting strategies like brainstorming and mind mapping to enhance creativity and strategic thinking. read more

11-Jan-2024

Leadership Insights: Crafting Meaningful 1:1s

Explore key strategies for conducting effective 1:1 meetings fostering stronger connections and driving organizational success. read more

04-Jan-2024

The Offsite Misconception: Why They're Not Perks, But Business Essentials

Debunking the myth of offsites as perks, highlighting their crucial role in fostering productive, cohesive business environments. read more

24-Nov-2023

Transforming Meh to Memorable: Secrets of Successful Offsite Planning

Exploring the journey from organizing average offsites to creating gatherings that truly resonate with teams and how our best laid plans often get diverted for other priorities. read more

11-Oct-2023

Leading Through Pain

Highlighting the profound impact of simple gestures during horrific times and ways to take care of others AND yourself read more

19-Sept-2023

Focus Advising Sessions: Delve into Your Leadership Challenges

Sign up today to dive deep into targeted leadership topics, from hiring to offsites to team health, with our upcoming Focus Advising sessions – your catalyst for transformative insights and actionable strategies. read more

13-Sept-2023

Workshop Announcement: Crafting Purposeful Offsites: From Goals to Actionable Outcomes

Register for this workshop today to jumpstart your Engineering, Product, and Design offsite planning with purpose and clarity. read more

11-Sept-2023

The September Mindset: Paving the Way for End-of-Year Success

Dive into the essence of September as a pivotal month for self-reflection and transition. Learn how both personal and professional journeys intertwine, and grasp key questions to guide your end-of-year strategies. read more

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