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A dark silhouette of a "bad guy". Data Science
17 Feb 2025 · 8 min read

How To Be The “Bad Guy” As An Engineering Manager

Even when you hate it or don’t feel confident.

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A gold award cup with "Engineering Manager" written underneath. Data Science
14 Feb 2025 · 4 min read

What I’m Most Proud Of As An Engineering Manager

Hint: it’s not about metrics.

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A dog at the beach. Data Science
12 Feb 2025 · 7 min read

Old Dogs And Old Code Need The Same Care

Make sure you look after them well.

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A tall ship sailing on the ocean. Data Science
10 Feb 2025 · 6 min read

As An Engineering Manager, Flexibility Keeps Ships Sailing – Rigidity Sinks Them

Here’s how to stay afloat!

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Profile of a human head made up of different colors. Data Science
7 Feb 2025 · 5 min read

Empathy: The Introvert’s Multi-Use Skill Engineering Managers Must Have

Start using it today!

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A fast red sports car. Data Science
5 Feb 2025 · 6 min read

How To Convince Upper Management To Finally Care About Technical Debt

Because it’s in their interest, too.

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An abstract elephant. Data Science
3 Feb 2025 · 7 min read

How Does An Engineering Manager Eat An Elephant? Prioritizing One Bite At A Time

Take control, step by step.

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A loud speaker. Data Science
31 Jan 2025 · 9 min read

The Pain, Dream, And Solution Of Advocating For Your Team As An Introverted Engineering Manager

There’ll be challenges, but there’ll also be rewards!

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A house against blue skies with trees beside Data Science
29 Jan 2025 · 7 min read

How To Effectively Manage Technical Debt As An Engineering Manager

Create a process to get work done!

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A compass against a night sky. Data Science
27 Jan 2025 · 7 min read

How To Avoid The Biggest Mistake For Team Morale

A small shift can make a big difference.

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A mop and bucket. Data Science
24 Jan 2025 · 6 min read

How To Master The Mess Of Cross-Functional Meetings As An Introverted Engineering Manager

You can contribute more than you think!

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Fries, a burger, and a drink on a tray. Data Science
22 Jan 2025 · 6 min read

Managing Technical Debt Without A System Is Just Chaos

Because it can easily spin out of control.

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A desk scattered with pens and paper. "Engineering Manager" is written on the top sheet of paper on a clipboard. Data Science
20 Jan 2025 · 8 min read

What Every Non-Technical Manager Needs To Know About Engineering Managers

Build stronger teams through understanding.

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A closeup of two hands shaking Data Science
17 Jan 2025 · 6 min read

Introverts, It’s Time To Add Collaboration With Other Managers To Your Wheelhouse

Because you’ll achieve more together.

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A man carrying a massive bag on his shoulders. "Technical debt" is written on the bag. Data Science
15 Jan 2025 · 6 min read

Technical Debt Is Inevitable, And That’s Okay

It’s nothing to fear, so you can stop worrying.

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Why You Must Set Boundaries As An Engineering Manager (And How) Data Science
13 Jan 2025 · 8 min read

Why You Must Set Boundaries As An Engineering Manager (And How)

It's easier than you think!

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A superhero standing on a mountaintop staring at the sun. Data Science
10 Jan 2025 · 7 min read

Introverted Engineering Managers, Listening Is Your Superpower

So, use it!

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A red book laying in the snow. Data Science
8 Jan 2025 · 6 min read

What Cars, Libraries, And Snowballs Have To Do With Prioritizing Technical Debt

It's quite a bit, actually!

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