Fundamentals Still Matter
Despite the hype of AI and valuations of some companies that seem to have nothing to do with metrics of any sort, business fundamentals still matter.
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Useful engineering management artifacts
When managing a growing organization, it can be useful to have certain document templates on hand. Here’s a collection of documents I find useful.
Engineer’s guide to recruiters
If you’ve worked in tech, you’ve probably had some experience with recruiters – even in bear markets most of us get messages from recruiters. Let’s talk abou...
Mistakes you shouldn’t let your reports make
Common wisdom tells us to let people we manage make mistakes, but there are certain mistakes leaders must head-off.
Improving product roadmapping
A good roadmapping process supports the company’s strategy and helps focus the company’s efforts. Here’s how to make it easier to accomplish those goals.
Engineering team growth part 7: Dealing with a growing organization
Bringing in more employees lets your company get more done, but it also comes with additional challenges you must prepare for.
Engineering team growth part 6: Making candidates want to work for you
It can be hard to attract and hire candidates if you don’t have a great place to work or don’t communicate the value of your company.
Engineering team growth part 5: Recruiting
The best way to recruit candidates changes with the market, the size of your company, and many other factors. It’s best to have a variety of techniques at yo...
Engineering team growth part 4: Onboarding and training
Getting employees as productive as possible as quickly as possible.
Engineering team growth part 3: Structuring interviews
Properly structuring interviews helps ensure an unbiased, accurate assessment.