Leadership GardenCommunication
Communication patterns that improve alignment, reduce friction, and make technical work easier to move.
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Why Estimates Fail (And Why You Still Need Them)
Why refusing to estimate doesn’t solve your team’s coordination problems - and what to do instead. For engineering leaders who are tired of broken planning.
In defense of office gossiping
Stop fighting the rumor mill and start using it. Learn why talking behind your team’s back can be a good way to build trust and morale.
On (Workplace) Politics
Engineering isn’t a meritocracy - it’s political. Learn how to navigate organizational dynamics, build influence, and ensure your technical ideas get heard and implemented.
Compliance Is Not Commitment
Learn to recognize when your team is merely complying rather than committed, and practical steps to build the trust needed for honest feedback.
Stop Avoiding, Start Owning
Learn the three common accountability dodges in tech leadership and how to transform into a leader your team trusts.
The Problem with ‘Just’: Tech’s Most Dangerous Four-Letter Word
The word “just” undermines technical discussions, oversimplifies complex engineering challenges, and impacts team dynamics. Learn better communication strategies.
The Art of Calling Out Room Dynamics
A practical guide to naming what is happening in tense meetings so teams can move past avoidance and get honest.
The Rule of 3: A Game-Changer for Your Communication Skills
Discover how to amplify your communication skills with these 3 game-changing strategies. Effective for personal, work, and social contexts.
Managing Expectations: 5 Steps to Effective Communication and Understanding
Learn how to effectively manage expectations in professional relationships with these essential tips. Clarify, communicate, provide support, ensure commitment, and establish clear roles and responsibilities for a …
Gender-Neutral Terms To Address A Group
It takes practice to stop saying “hey guys” – but what are some alternatives?