career

Group of people standing around a table, engaged in a discussion or collaborative activity during a community of practice meeting.

Stop leading in isolation: build a community of practice for engineering managers

blog, career, leadership, mentoring /

Connect, learn, and lead with impact. Why build a community of practice? Engineering managers juggle a lot: team dynamics, business alignment, and driving improvement — all at the same time. These challenges are too complex to tackle alone, so a community of practice can make all the difference. A community of practice brings engineering leaders together to exchange […]

Stop leading in isolation: build a community of practice for engineering managers Read More »

Image of a flowchart outlining a 10-step CTO exit strategy. Each step highlights key actions for a smooth transition, such as building a legacy, defining future roles, and personal branding. Arrows connect each step, symbolizing the journey from completing the current mission to securing the next role.

CTO exit strategy: 10 proven steps to successfully complete your mission and secure your next role

leadership, blog, career, strategy /

Leave a lasting legacy, grow your network, and step confidently into your future opportunities. As a CTO, there comes a point when it’s time to move on, whether it’s your choice or the end of a mission you were hired for. Here’s how to finish strong and leave your current company and professional legacy on

CTO exit strategy: 10 proven steps to successfully complete your mission and secure your next role Read More »

Title New dev team lead

30–60–90-day guide to leading your new dev team like a pro

blog, career, leadership, strategy /

Practical weekly strategies to set your team up for early success If you’ve recently stepped into a new role as a dev team lead, you might be feeling the pressure. This is your chance to make a strong first impression — but it’s not something that comes naturally. Having a battle plan is what sets the winners apart

30–60–90-day guide to leading your new dev team like a pro Read More »

hiring engineering manager

Hiring A Software Engineering Manager? 10 Interview Questions to Help You Make the Right Bet.

Leave a Comment / blog, leadership, strategy /

How do I onboard an Engineering/Tech Manager ace ♣️ in just 3 months? Do this:
1️⃣ Decide how much of Technical/Delivery, Leadership and Process scope you plan to assign to this #role (❌not all the 3 at once, please!)
2️⃣ See the Top 10 Interview Questions to Help You Make the Right Bet.
3️⃣ Captain Obvious: No generic job desc.

Hiring A Software Engineering Manager? 10 Interview Questions to Help You Make the Right Bet. Read More »

image 8

? What a Staff Engineer role is all about?

blog, leadership /

Are you grappling with uncertainty when it comes to introducing a Staff Engineer role within your organization? Do you wonder about their work’s scope and how they can truly amplify talent? Perhaps you’re even pondering questions like their programming involvement and how to harness their abilities from day one. If these thoughts resonate with you, this pamphlet offers guidance and sheds light on these topics.

? What a Staff Engineer role is all about? Read More »