accountability - Coder to Leader

The Art of Giving and Receiving Feedback as a Leader

As a leader with an engineering background, I've created this blog post to share with you my experiences and learnings on the art of giving and receiving feedback. Feedback is the breakfast of champions, but it can be a bitter cheerio to swallow if not delivered or received effectively. Therefore,

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Leading by Example: The Importance of Modeling Behavior and Values for Your Team

As a software developer turned leader, I've learned that leading by example is essential in modeling the behavior and values you want to see in your team. It's easy to talk the talk, but walking the walk is what truly inspires and motivates your team to achieve excellence in a

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4 Powerful Insights and Strategies to Building a High-Performance Engineering Team

As a software development leader, I've learned that building a high-performance team is essential to achieving success in the field. In this blog post, I'll be sharing insights, strategies, and tactics that have helped me build and lead high-performing software development teams. Insight 1: Hire for Attitude, Train for SkillWhen

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OKRs for Agile Development: How to Use the Framework to Boost Productivity and Performance

As a software development team leader, your ultimate goal is to create high-quality products and deliver them to your customers as quickly as possible. But with so many tasks and goals to manage, it can be challenging to stay focused and on track. That's where the Objectives and Key Results

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The Importance of Accountability for Software Development Leaders

As a software developer turned leader, I've come to realize that accountability is one of the most critical aspects of effective leadership. In this blog post, I'll be sharing insights, strategies, and tactics that have helped me become a more accountable leader, and that can help you level up your

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Managing Up: 10 ways to effectively communicate with your boss

As a seasoned software developer, I’ve learned that effective communication with your boss is key to a successful career. However, it's easier said than done, especially when you’re dealing with a boss who is difficult to communicate with. The good news is that managing up is a skill

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Developing a leadership mindset: Shifting from tactical to strategic thinking

Developing a leadership mindset involves shifting from tactical to strategic thinking. It requires focusing on the big picture, having a crystal clear vision, being a minimalist in our approach, measuring progress, embracing change, thinking creatively, obsessing over the customer, planning strategically, simplifying complex problems, and defining a clear purpose. To

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Building Trust within your Team

As a software development leader, one of your key responsibilities is to build trust within your team. Trust is essential for effective collaboration, innovation, and productivity. Without trust, your team will struggle to work together effectively, and your organization's success will be at risk. In this post, we'll explore some