- Leadership in Tech
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- The 8 Mile Method
The 8 Mile Method
7 minutes by Dan Na
The best way to win a debate is to preempt it. Preemptively addressing potential criticisms and considering others' perspectives can lead to better outcomes. The article emphasizes the importance of finding mutually beneficial solutions and exploring alternative approaches.
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Handling Executive-Startup Mismatch
4 minutes by Aviv Ben-Yosef
Aviv dives into a common issue of executives and leaders feeling misaligned with their company's culture or practices. And suggests what can be done about it.
How to Lead Your Team when the House Is on Fire
11 minutes by Péter Szász
Wartime can be extremely demanding for Engineering Managers. But by ruthlessly focusing on delivery, building a resilient team, investing in individuals, and maintaining their own strength, an EM can lead their people to not just survive but thrive under pressure.
The Problem with Founders
9 minutes by Judd Antin
Explore why founders struggle with management as companies grow, and how blending founder and manager modes can lead to more sustainable success.
On pay philosophy
4 minutes by Robbie Clutton
This article outlines the key components of a pay philosophy, including job function hierarchies, career tracks, and the use of benchmarking data to establish competitive compensation. The author also explains how to create pay bands using compa ratios and addresses the controversial topic of regional pay differences in remote work environments.
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