Uncomplicating Strategy in Tech
In a tech firm that moves at a breakneck, almost supersonic speed, having a clear, concise strategy isn’t just nice to have – it's essential
Writing on leadership, AI, and building at scale.
Thoughts on engineering leadership, conversational AI, team building, and the lessons I carry from commanding a warship to commanding an engineering organisation.
Disrupting Apathy
In the era of "I couldn’t care less", we can be the ones who actually do care, surround ourselves with
Who Motivates the Motivators?
With every new startup, coding breakthrough, or cutting-edge design, there's someone inspiring those behind the creation. These unsung heroes are the motivators
The power of disagreeing: Harnessing Constructive Conflict
In a world that increasingly values collaboration and teamwork, the ability to disagree might seem counterproductive. However, when channeled correctly, disagreement can be a potent tool for driving progress
The remote working challenges nobody is talking about
Judging remote working still based on the productivity dilemma, is extremely naive. There are trickier challenges we need to take care of if we want to make remote working actually efficient for both sides
The paradox of measurement
Measures are merely tools to guide us towards our goals, not the goals themselves. We should be careful not to fall into the trap of "target fixation", where we lose sight of the bigger picture in our pursuit of hitting a specific number
Perfect is the enemy of good
Too often, we develop a disconcerting tendency to disregard the satisfactory, instead thirsting for the impeccable. This insatiable drive, rather than propel us forward, often leaves us mired in mediocrity or worse
Successful selling requires the same high energy that our kids possess
While the high energy of our children can often be challenging as parents, it provides valuable lessons in resilience, persistence, and enthusiasm
Entrepreneur, the risk bearer
Entrepreneurs must be comfortable taking risks and accepting the potential consequences that come with them. So why should I become entrepreneur in the first place?
If Everyone Agrees with you, It's Too Obvious; If It's Too Obvious, It's Too Late
By fostering a culture of innovation and encouraging open dialogue, businesses and individuals alike can stay ahead of the curve and seize opportunities that others may have missed
The real hunt is out there
As an entrepreneur, getting too comfortable in your office is a huge trap you should avoid falling into
Can people actually handle transparency regarding their colleagues' compensation?
In general, people seem to have a hard time handling 100% transparency regarding money discussions but this can be improved, provided the right context and supportive environment are in place