Don't let the old man get in
How we can stay motivated on a daily basis, evaluate life some more and stop considering ourselves old people that are supposed to give up
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.
Overthinking defines you as a solutions-finder engineer or a problem-spotter one
Quite a few engineers struggle with overthinking, leading them to become paralyzed by indecision and unable to move forward
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
The Corporate Evolution: Softer or Smarter?
Have companies become softer or smarter after the pandemic? The answer is both
Building self-awareness
By building self-awareness, we can make better decisions, communicate more effectively, and build stronger relationships with others
Daily fake promises are killing our relationships
Fake promises may provide temporary relief, but in the long run, they can destroy our reputation and credibility
Keeping our word
Our word can mean either a lot or nothing at all. It defines how seriously others can take us and how much they can rely on us so we can build together a strong personal or a professional relationship
Making difficult decisions
By making the best decisions and having the courage to act on them, we can create a life that is truly meaningful and fulfilling
Growing too fast has some hidden dangers
What happens when you try to grow your business too fast and you are not prepared for the new level?
Stay real and be humble as a leader
While there is no one-size-fits-all approach to leadership, it's clear that leaders who are willing to embrace their vulnerabilities and show their humanity are often the most effective
Avoid shadowing your people
A leader should be able to step aside and give room to his people so they can grow eventually while learning from their own mistakes in an empirical way
Make money together
The creation of partnerships, joint ventures, and other strategic alliances can help companies grow and achieve much more than they could on their own