Over time, I had to manage and help to manage many times when a top performer quits. It sucks but we need to be reasonable. Imagine you’re on a winning streak, your top striker, like El Fenomeno, is scoring crazy, winning you matches. End of the season, they’re out. Well, that’s literally what Bobby Robson had to deal with the departure of El Fenomeno. You hired that…
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I’m sure you have been asked if you have any questions during interviews. A few things come to mind. Often, we think we need to impress the other party. Nevertheless, tough questions are the ones you want to ask, especially to your future boss. We all know that switching teams or starting a new job is a significant decision. You need to understand your future manager’s leadership…
Leave a CommentIn the last few years, companies have begun laying off talent, leading to tough and depressing times for many. Some layoffs came as a big surprise, especially from companies that promoted a “don’t be evil” ethos. Yet, in the end, it’s all about business. Taking it personally doesn’t make sense. The system demands growth, where even stable profits can be seen as a failure. Company leaders can’t…
Leave a CommentWhen you start coding, you start the adventure. From programming classes where we tried to solve pyramid programs to professional work, I used to have fun with coding each day. Each day brought new challenges and opportunities to solve problems through code. But as my career advanced, my role evolved, steering me towards leadership. This shift meant a gradual departure from hands-on coding to management. It’s a…
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