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Subteam Tenets

Over the years, working across multiple organizations, I developed the concept of subteam tenets. I’ve tweaked it along the way to fit each company’s unique quirks, but I still use it to this day, and it has helped me navigate challenging situations. It’s really a system of divide and conquer, nothing fancy to be honest, but it lays down clear ground rules for the teams you oversee.…

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Overriding a People Leader’s Decision

When managing managers or leaders, there will be times when you feel that the right course of action differs from their opinion. It could be related to rating an employee, deciding whether to give someone a second chance, or focusing on a particular business area. You see the situation differently, yet your people leader holds a contrary view. After all, we hire smart people to make the…

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Quick Reflexes in Decision Making

The art of making swift decisions in the business is not just a skill but a survival trait. In the realm of software development, the line between success and failure often hinges on the ability to make quick, yet informed, choices.  Imagine how Super Mario moves through levels filled with obstacles, enemies, and power-ups while time is limited. Mario doesn’t have the luxury of time to think…

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