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The 5 levels of communicating impact as an engineer
read.highgrowthengineer.com
This article provides a clear, actionable, and memorable framework for communicating your impact. The framework consists of 5 levels, and each level builds upon the previous one, showing how one bad example can be transformed into an amazing example by laddering up the communication levels.

Why Engineers Hate Their Managers (And What to Do About It)
terriblesoftware.org
Discover why engineers hate managers, the common management anti-patterns that destroy trust, and practical solutions from someone who’s been on both sides.

How to Ace Engineering Manager Interviews
newsletter.eng-leadership.com
Interviewing for an Engineering Manager role (and beyond) is vastly different than interviewing for an IC role. The challenge with such interviews is to showcase a good mix of leadership, communication and problem-solving abilities + a good foundation in engineering principles. Learn the exact formula to be memorable in EM interviews and secure your next offer!
HBR IdeaCast: How to Get Out of the Hybrid Work Rut
open.spotify.com
With some high-profile CEOs demanding workers return to the office five days a week, and others touting the benefits of fully remote work, many companies compromised and ended up somewhere in the middle. But that hybrid compromise can often bring the worst of both worlds. Wharton professor Peter Cappelli and senior HR strategist Ranya Nehmeh have looked deeply at what is going wrong with hybrid – and how leaders can make it right. They explain practical ways to improve meetings, build culture, and inspire commitment from employees in a hybrid model, which is most likely here to stay. Cappelli and Nehmeh are the authors of the forthcoming book In Praise of the Office: The Limits to Hybrid and Remote Work and the HBR article “Hybrid Still Isn't Working”.
Women at work: Managing up, one conversation at a time
open.spotify.com
Have you ever realized, partway through a project, that you and your boss aren't on the same page? Maybe your definitions of success differed, or their expectations were unclear. Maybe you couldn't get them to listen, or you couldn't figure out why they insisted on doing things a certain way. Managing up means tackling these disconnects head-on-and doing it through honest, well-timed discussions. Executive coach Melody Wilding joins Amy G to explain why alignment on goals and clarity around working styles are essential. They

Wardley Maps & Pace Layering for Senior Tech Leads and Engineering Leaders
blog.alexewerlof.com
Gor senior technical leaders navigating Enterprise Architecture technical evolution. This guide clarifies key strategic frameworks, starting with Wardley Mapping vs. Pace Layering. We also explore how both concepts complement Team Topologies, linking competitive strategy and system governance to team design. Learn to apply these lenses for effective business capability mapping, architectural decisions, and justifying tech investments.

Smart People Don't Chase Goals; They Create Limits
www.joanwestenberg.com
Why? Let me copy a paragraph from the article: Constraints make solutions non-obvious. They force the kind of second-order thinking that goals actively discourage. Instead of aiming for a finish line, the constrained mind seeks viability. It doesn’t ask, “How do I get there?” It asks, “What’s possible from here?”

First time in a leading position? This is what to do
newsletter.eng-leadership.com
There is no one leadership style. If you are considering moving from coding to managing people, this is an article for you. You are a lot better leader than you may think, this is why!

3 questions you should ask if you want a promotion this year
www.fastcompany.com
Considering a promotion can be exciting, but it's important to ask yourself three fundamental questions first. Achieving a promotion isn't solely about wanting it or sticking around long enough. First, check if there is a position available within the organization for you to move into. If there is no suitable role, then pursuing a promotion this year may not be feasible. Second, reflect on whether the job you would be promoted to is one that you genuinely desire. Third, assess whether you are prepared to take on the new set of responsibilities that come with the promotion. If you're aiming for a promotion this year, gathering information about these three aspects is essential.

When Your Layoff Anxiety Won’t Go Away
hbr.org
Excessive worry about job security is a common work-related anxiety. But sometimes, fears about losing a job go beyond the tangible anxieties of economic uncertainty; other times, they are related to deeper fears and insecurities in ourselves. A clinical psychologist at an anxiety specialty clinic outlines five common scenarios—insecurity, catastrophizing, need for certainty, perfectionism, and people-pleasing—and offers strategies for overcoming them and managing emotions.

To Make Your Workplace Fairer, Take Charge of Its Norms
hbr.org
You won't find workplace norms in the employee handbook, but they shape how things actually get done. From how promotions happen to how meetings are run, unspoken expectations influence behavior-and in uncertain times, clear norms matter more than ever. If you want a fairer culture, you need to help define what “normal” should be.

AI fakers exposed in tech dev recruitment: postmortem
newsletter.pragmaticengineer.com
WOW! A full-remote security startup nearly hired a backend engineer who doesn’t exist, after a candidate used an AI filter as an on-screen disguise in video interviews. Learnings for tech companies! Excellent read not only for recruiters!
It’s Not Too Late to Kickstart Your Personal Brand for 2025
www.inc.com
If you’ve ever felt uneasy about the term “personal brand,” you’re not alone. As an executive communication coach, I’ve met many talented professionals who resist the concept because they fear it’s sales-y. But here’s the truth: You already have a personal brand—whether you choose to manage it or not.

6 Must Have Software Engineering Templates
read.highgrowthengineer.com
If you need a reminder on how to write documentation, prepare for a 1-on-1, or get ready for feedback, these templates will assist you.
How to be a better manager to Gen Z
www.fastcompany.com
Gen Z workers are often misunderstood. However, there are steps you can take to better understand, and support, Gen Z. As the number of Gen Zers entering the workforce climbs by the day, the conversation has been dominated by how to acclimate these passionate individuals into an ever-changing workplace. And yet, when we talk about Gen Z, they continue to be misunderstood and underestimated.
Take these 4 steps to prepare for conflict at work
www.fastcompany.com
The anticipation of difficult conversations is often worse than the actual experience. Here’s how to de-escalate tension in the moment. In many cases, the anticipation of a high-conflict conversation creates more stress than the actual experience. Investing time to prepare for conflict scenarios reinforces your ability to regulate and positions any potential conflict as an opportunity for connection. Consider these four steps as you prepare for possible conflict situations.

5 Signs Your Optimism Is Hurting Your Team
hbr.org
Maintaining a positive outlook is critical for good leadership. Your optimism can inspire your team, drive creativity, and foster a productive work environment. But there’s a fine line between constructive positivity and its harmful counterpart: toxic positivity. Recognising the signs of toxic positivity in yourself can be tricky, but it’s key to building genuine connections and supporting your team. Here are five signs to look out for in how you act, talk, and behave — and better ways to respond.

How to Make Your Team’s Work More Visible
hbr.org
Helping your team members gain visibility isn’t just essential for their growth and success — it’s vital for yours as a leader. Not only does it show your ability to nurture and develop potential, but it also demonstrates your managerial chops. Here are practical strategies for how to boost your team’s visibility. Valuable tips that you can utilize from day one.

3 Mistakes to avoid when writing your performance review
read.highgrowthengineer.com
Today, I’ll share common mistakes I’ve made and have seen, along with a template to make writing your review easier. Examples and template included

How I give high-quality feedback quickly
newsletter.weskao.com
If you're not regularly giving feedback, you're missing a chance to scale your judgment. Here's how to give high-quality feedback in as little as 1–2 hours per week.

Second-order Thinking – Mental Model
read.perspectiveship.com
How pausing and asking yourself — ”And then what?” — levels up your decision-making skill.

#PeopleOps #Letter #1: Nenechte schůzky vás ovládat!
www.izatlouk.cz
#Schůzky, #porady a #meetingy. Téma věčné nejistoty, respektive prostor pro ni. A přitom stačí tak málo, aby pro vás schůzky byly efektivním nástrojem, který vám vždy pomůže vaši práci dělat lépe. Jak? Čtěte první #PeopleOps #Letter!

Jak přemýšlet o krizové komunikaci
www.izatlouk.cz
Když se řekne krize nebo problém, v mnohých lidech to rovnou vyvolá úzkost, nebo strach. Pokud ale podnikáte, vedete firmu nebo tým, můžete si být jisti, že se s nějakou vyhrocenou, krizovou nebo problémy tvořící situací potkáte. Je lepší být na ni připraven! Jak? Přečtěte si!

How To Criticize Coworkers
alexturek.com
I’ve given a lot of direct feedback. Sometimes, it’s been challenging to do, like when it’s critical feedback to a coworker I don’t know well. Other times, it’s been fun, like when I remember saying aloud, “Hey – nice work on that project.” These moments dominate my personal highlight reel from the last five years because they’ve been great experiences for both of us. Feedback is a gift. My goal is to get everyone reading this to give their peers more effective feedback.
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