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5 Questions with: Mike Luby, VP of Engineering - EvolutionIQ

VP of Engineering, Mike Luby, presides over short-term, long-term, and individual disability insurance products. Mike joined EvolutionIQ in the middle of 2023

Tactics for Tech Leadership Podcast – Change The Way You Think To Change The Way You Lead

We draw from a rich history of engineering leadership at Meta, Uber, Microsoft, Puppet, and FinTech organisations around the world. We believe that leadership is centered on creating resilient systems and working closely with teams and stakeholders to drive transformation and innovation.

What to look for when hiring

A while ago, I found myself in the enviable position of having to rapidly grow my team. Here a list of the most important characteristics I learned to value in anyone I work with, regardless of job function.

Receiving Feedback Is A Skill

Delivering feedback is a critical part of my day job as a manager at Google. However, it took me a while to realize that receiving feedback is one of the skills that helped me grow the most in my career. Here a few things I learned in the process.

Maximizing Your Growth: A Guide to Getting the Best from Platohq Mentorship

Introduction

Decisions are needed when things are ambiguous

Effective managers build self-reliant teams by encouraging ownership and individual growth. This involves delegating tasks, identifying strengths through coaching, and offering opportunities for learning and advancement. Remember, even top performers benefit from continuous guidance

Effective Large Project Management: Navigating Multiple Stakeholders Across Teams

Introduction Leading cross-functional teams on complex projects with diverse stakeholders can be daunting, especially when addressing critical issues with potentially existential consequences. However, equipped with the right strategies and insights, engineering leaders can not only ensure successfu…

Tailoring Your Mentorship for Junior vs. Rockstar Engineers

Software engineers follow diverse paths. For mentors tasked with nurturing their growth, understanding these paths is crucial. Today we explore the key differences in mentoring a junior engineer versus a rockstar senior engineer, equipping you with the tools to guide each towards their next level.

Learnings of a Solo Game Developer — Wacky Drivers video game

I decided that I wanted to create a video game from start to finish. It has been in my mind for a really long time. Here’s what I learned.

Improving Performance in Code Reviews

Tips and strategies for optimizing performance in pull requests Pull requests are an essential part of the software development process, allowing teams to review and discuss code changes before merging them into the main codebase. However, as projects grow larger and more complex, pull requests can

Delegation: The Human Way to Scale Up - Jose Ciccio - Medium

In the world of engineering leadership, delegation stands out as a fundamental human touchpoint crucial for achieving scalability.

Automation & Scaling in Engineering Leadership and Management

Automation/Scaling in Engineering Leadership & Management

Corentin Limier - Castor | LinkedIn

I manage a team of Software / Data Engineers and I constantly seek to improve 4 pillars… | Learn more about Corentin Limier’s work experience, education, connections & more by visiting their profile on LinkedIn

QUALITY BOSS | Brienna Ransom | Substack

Welcome to QUALITY BOSS, where quality engineering, management, leadership, and the experiences of being a woman in tech intersect. Click to read QUALITY BOSS, by Brienna Ransom, a Substack publication. Launched a month ago.

Improving Performance in Code Reviews - Jose - Medium

Tips and strategies for optimizing performance in pull requests

The Four Innovation Phases of Netflix’s Trillions Scale Real-time Data Infrastructure

The blog post will share the four phases of Real-time Data Infrastructure’s iterative journey in Netflix (2015-2021). For each phase, we will go over the evolving business motivations, the team’s unique challenges, the strategy bets, and the use case patterns we discovered along the way.

OKRs and Roadmaps: Understanding the Difference and How to Use Them Together

As an engineering leader, you are likely familiar with OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) and Roadmaps. While these terms are often used…

Effective Staff Meetings for Engineering Managers of Managers

A critical milestone in the ever-evolving engineering management career is the transition to managing managers. This milestone often…

Applying Socratic Wisdom to Engineering Management - Sebastiano Armeli - Medium

In my tenure as an engineering leader, I have observed our role demands more than just technical understanding;

Optimizing Productivity in Software Development: The Power of Daily Task Logging

In the fast-paced world of software development, productivity and self-awareness are key. While many leaders focus on end goals, the…

5 Questions with: Mike Luby, VP of Engineering - EvolutionIQ

VP of Engineering, Mike Luby, presides over short-term, long-term, and individual disability insurance products. Mike joined EvolutionIQ in the middle of 2023

Tactics for Tech Leadership Podcast – Change The Way You Think To Change The Way You Lead

We draw from a rich history of engineering leadership at Meta, Uber, Microsoft, Puppet, and FinTech organisations around the world. We believe that leadership is centered on creating resilient systems and working closely with teams and stakeholders to drive transformation and innovation.

What to look for when hiring

A while ago, I found myself in the enviable position of having to rapidly grow my team. Here a list of the most important characteristics I learned to value in anyone I work with, regardless of job function.

Receiving Feedback Is A Skill

Delivering feedback is a critical part of my day job as a manager at Google. However, it took me a while to realize that receiving feedback is one of the skills that helped me grow the most in my career. Here a few things I learned in the process.

Maximizing Your Growth: A Guide to Getting the Best from Platohq Mentorship

Introduction

Decisions are needed when things are ambiguous

Effective managers build self-reliant teams by encouraging ownership and individual growth. This involves delegating tasks, identifying strengths through coaching, and offering opportunities for learning and advancement. Remember, even top performers benefit from continuous guidance

Effective Large Project Management: Navigating Multiple Stakeholders Across Teams

Introduction Leading cross-functional teams on complex projects with diverse stakeholders can be daunting, especially when addressing critical issues with potentially existential consequences. However, equipped with the right strategies and insights, engineering leaders can not only ensure successfu…

Tailoring Your Mentorship for Junior vs. Rockstar Engineers

Software engineers follow diverse paths. For mentors tasked with nurturing their growth, understanding these paths is crucial. Today we explore the key differences in mentoring a junior engineer versus a rockstar senior engineer, equipping you with the tools to guide each towards their next level.

Learnings of a Solo Game Developer — Wacky Drivers video game

I decided that I wanted to create a video game from start to finish. It has been in my mind for a really long time. Here’s what I learned.

Improving Performance in Code Reviews

Tips and strategies for optimizing performance in pull requests Pull requests are an essential part of the software development process, allowing teams to review and discuss code changes before merging them into the main codebase. However, as projects grow larger and more complex, pull requests can

Delegation: The Human Way to Scale Up - Jose Ciccio - Medium

In the world of engineering leadership, delegation stands out as a fundamental human touchpoint crucial for achieving scalability.

Automation & Scaling in Engineering Leadership and Management

Automation/Scaling in Engineering Leadership & Management

Corentin Limier - Castor | LinkedIn

I manage a team of Software / Data Engineers and I constantly seek to improve 4 pillars… | Learn more about Corentin Limier’s work experience, education, connections & more by visiting their profile on LinkedIn

QUALITY BOSS | Brienna Ransom | Substack

Welcome to QUALITY BOSS, where quality engineering, management, leadership, and the experiences of being a woman in tech intersect. Click to read QUALITY BOSS, by Brienna Ransom, a Substack publication. Launched a month ago.

Improving Performance in Code Reviews - Jose - Medium

Tips and strategies for optimizing performance in pull requests

The Four Innovation Phases of Netflix’s Trillions Scale Real-time Data Infrastructure

The blog post will share the four phases of Real-time Data Infrastructure’s iterative journey in Netflix (2015-2021). For each phase, we will go over the evolving business motivations, the team’s unique challenges, the strategy bets, and the use case patterns we discovered along the way.

OKRs and Roadmaps: Understanding the Difference and How to Use Them Together

As an engineering leader, you are likely familiar with OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) and Roadmaps. While these terms are often used…

Effective Staff Meetings for Engineering Managers of Managers

A critical milestone in the ever-evolving engineering management career is the transition to managing managers. This milestone often…

Applying Socratic Wisdom to Engineering Management - Sebastiano Armeli - Medium

In my tenure as an engineering leader, I have observed our role demands more than just technical understanding;

Optimizing Productivity in Software Development: The Power of Daily Task Logging

In the fast-paced world of software development, productivity and self-awareness are key. While many leaders focus on end goals, the…

5 Questions with: Mike Luby, VP of Engineering - EvolutionIQ

VP of Engineering, Mike Luby, presides over short-term, long-term, and individual disability insurance products. Mike joined EvolutionIQ in the middle of 2023

Tactics for Tech Leadership Podcast – Change The Way You Think To Change The Way You Lead

We draw from a rich history of engineering leadership at Meta, Uber, Microsoft, Puppet, and FinTech organisations around the world. We believe that leadership is centered on creating resilient systems and working closely with teams and stakeholders to drive transformation and innovation.

What to look for when hiring

A while ago, I found myself in the enviable position of having to rapidly grow my team. Here a list of the most important characteristics I learned to value in anyone I work with, regardless of job function.

Receiving Feedback Is A Skill

Delivering feedback is a critical part of my day job as a manager at Google. However, it took me a while to realize that receiving feedback is one of the skills that helped me grow the most in my career. Here a few things I learned in the process.

Maximizing Your Growth: A Guide to Getting the Best from Platohq Mentorship

Introduction

Decisions are needed when things are ambiguous

Effective managers build self-reliant teams by encouraging ownership and individual growth. This involves delegating tasks, identifying strengths through coaching, and offering opportunities for learning and advancement. Remember, even top performers benefit from continuous guidance

Effective Large Project Management: Navigating Multiple Stakeholders Across Teams

Introduction Leading cross-functional teams on complex projects with diverse stakeholders can be daunting, especially when addressing critical issues with potentially existential consequences. However, equipped with the right strategies and insights, engineering leaders can not only ensure successfu…

Tailoring Your Mentorship for Junior vs. Rockstar Engineers

Software engineers follow diverse paths. For mentors tasked with nurturing their growth, understanding these paths is crucial. Today we explore the key differences in mentoring a junior engineer versus a rockstar senior engineer, equipping you with the tools to guide each towards their next level.

Learnings of a Solo Game Developer — Wacky Drivers video game

I decided that I wanted to create a video game from start to finish. It has been in my mind for a really long time. Here’s what I learned.

Improving Performance in Code Reviews

Tips and strategies for optimizing performance in pull requests Pull requests are an essential part of the software development process, allowing teams to review and discuss code changes before merging them into the main codebase. However, as projects grow larger and more complex, pull requests can

Delegation: The Human Way to Scale Up - Jose Ciccio - Medium

In the world of engineering leadership, delegation stands out as a fundamental human touchpoint crucial for achieving scalability.

Automation & Scaling in Engineering Leadership and Management

Automation/Scaling in Engineering Leadership & Management

Corentin Limier - Castor | LinkedIn

I manage a team of Software / Data Engineers and I constantly seek to improve 4 pillars… | Learn more about Corentin Limier’s work experience, education, connections & more by visiting their profile on LinkedIn

QUALITY BOSS | Brienna Ransom | Substack

Welcome to QUALITY BOSS, where quality engineering, management, leadership, and the experiences of being a woman in tech intersect. Click to read QUALITY BOSS, by Brienna Ransom, a Substack publication. Launched a month ago.

Improving Performance in Code Reviews - Jose - Medium

Tips and strategies for optimizing performance in pull requests

The Four Innovation Phases of Netflix’s Trillions Scale Real-time Data Infrastructure

The blog post will share the four phases of Real-time Data Infrastructure’s iterative journey in Netflix (2015-2021). For each phase, we will go over the evolving business motivations, the team’s unique challenges, the strategy bets, and the use case patterns we discovered along the way.

OKRs and Roadmaps: Understanding the Difference and How to Use Them Together

As an engineering leader, you are likely familiar with OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) and Roadmaps. While these terms are often used…

Effective Staff Meetings for Engineering Managers of Managers

A critical milestone in the ever-evolving engineering management career is the transition to managing managers. This milestone often…

Applying Socratic Wisdom to Engineering Management - Sebastiano Armeli - Medium

In my tenure as an engineering leader, I have observed our role demands more than just technical understanding;

Optimizing Productivity in Software Development: The Power of Daily Task Logging

In the fast-paced world of software development, productivity and self-awareness are key. While many leaders focus on end goals, the…

5 Questions with: Mike Luby, VP of Engineering - EvolutionIQ

VP of Engineering, Mike Luby, presides over short-term, long-term, and individual disability insurance products. Mike joined EvolutionIQ in the middle of 2023

Tactics for Tech Leadership Podcast – Change The Way You Think To Change The Way You Lead

We draw from a rich history of engineering leadership at Meta, Uber, Microsoft, Puppet, and FinTech organisations around the world. We believe that leadership is centered on creating resilient systems and working closely with teams and stakeholders to drive transformation and innovation.

What to look for when hiring

A while ago, I found myself in the enviable position of having to rapidly grow my team. Here a list of the most important characteristics I learned to value in anyone I work with, regardless of job function.

Receiving Feedback Is A Skill

Delivering feedback is a critical part of my day job as a manager at Google. However, it took me a while to realize that receiving feedback is one of the skills that helped me grow the most in my career. Here a few things I learned in the process.

Maximizing Your Growth: A Guide to Getting the Best from Platohq Mentorship

Introduction

Decisions are needed when things are ambiguous

Effective managers build self-reliant teams by encouraging ownership and individual growth. This involves delegating tasks, identifying strengths through coaching, and offering opportunities for learning and advancement. Remember, even top performers benefit from continuous guidance

Effective Large Project Management: Navigating Multiple Stakeholders Across Teams

Introduction Leading cross-functional teams on complex projects with diverse stakeholders can be daunting, especially when addressing critical issues with potentially existential consequences. However, equipped with the right strategies and insights, engineering leaders can not only ensure successfu…

Tailoring Your Mentorship for Junior vs. Rockstar Engineers

Software engineers follow diverse paths. For mentors tasked with nurturing their growth, understanding these paths is crucial. Today we explore the key differences in mentoring a junior engineer versus a rockstar senior engineer, equipping you with the tools to guide each towards their next level.

Learnings of a Solo Game Developer — Wacky Drivers video game

I decided that I wanted to create a video game from start to finish. It has been in my mind for a really long time. Here’s what I learned.

Improving Performance in Code Reviews

Tips and strategies for optimizing performance in pull requests Pull requests are an essential part of the software development process, allowing teams to review and discuss code changes before merging them into the main codebase. However, as projects grow larger and more complex, pull requests can

Delegation: The Human Way to Scale Up - Jose Ciccio - Medium

In the world of engineering leadership, delegation stands out as a fundamental human touchpoint crucial for achieving scalability.

Automation & Scaling in Engineering Leadership and Management

Automation/Scaling in Engineering Leadership & Management

Corentin Limier - Castor | LinkedIn

I manage a team of Software / Data Engineers and I constantly seek to improve 4 pillars… | Learn more about Corentin Limier’s work experience, education, connections & more by visiting their profile on LinkedIn

QUALITY BOSS | Brienna Ransom | Substack

Welcome to QUALITY BOSS, where quality engineering, management, leadership, and the experiences of being a woman in tech intersect. Click to read QUALITY BOSS, by Brienna Ransom, a Substack publication. Launched a month ago.

Improving Performance in Code Reviews - Jose - Medium

Tips and strategies for optimizing performance in pull requests

The Four Innovation Phases of Netflix’s Trillions Scale Real-time Data Infrastructure

The blog post will share the four phases of Real-time Data Infrastructure’s iterative journey in Netflix (2015-2021). For each phase, we will go over the evolving business motivations, the team’s unique challenges, the strategy bets, and the use case patterns we discovered along the way.

OKRs and Roadmaps: Understanding the Difference and How to Use Them Together

As an engineering leader, you are likely familiar with OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) and Roadmaps. While these terms are often used…

Effective Staff Meetings for Engineering Managers of Managers

A critical milestone in the ever-evolving engineering management career is the transition to managing managers. This milestone often…

Applying Socratic Wisdom to Engineering Management - Sebastiano Armeli - Medium

In my tenure as an engineering leader, I have observed our role demands more than just technical understanding;

Optimizing Productivity in Software Development: The Power of Daily Task Logging

In the fast-paced world of software development, productivity and self-awareness are key. While many leaders focus on end goals, the…

5 Questions with: Mike Luby, VP of Engineering - EvolutionIQ

VP of Engineering, Mike Luby, presides over short-term, long-term, and individual disability insurance products. Mike joined EvolutionIQ in the middle of 2023

Tactics for Tech Leadership Podcast – Change The Way You Think To Change The Way You Lead

We draw from a rich history of engineering leadership at Meta, Uber, Microsoft, Puppet, and FinTech organisations around the world. We believe that leadership is centered on creating resilient systems and working closely with teams and stakeholders to drive transformation and innovation.

What to look for when hiring

A while ago, I found myself in the enviable position of having to rapidly grow my team. Here a list of the most important characteristics I learned to value in anyone I work with, regardless of job function.

Receiving Feedback Is A Skill

Delivering feedback is a critical part of my day job as a manager at Google. However, it took me a while to realize that receiving feedback is one of the skills that helped me grow the most in my career. Here a few things I learned in the process.

Maximizing Your Growth: A Guide to Getting the Best from Platohq Mentorship

Introduction

Decisions are needed when things are ambiguous

Effective managers build self-reliant teams by encouraging ownership and individual growth. This involves delegating tasks, identifying strengths through coaching, and offering opportunities for learning and advancement. Remember, even top performers benefit from continuous guidance

Effective Large Project Management: Navigating Multiple Stakeholders Across Teams

Introduction Leading cross-functional teams on complex projects with diverse stakeholders can be daunting, especially when addressing critical issues with potentially existential consequences. However, equipped with the right strategies and insights, engineering leaders can not only ensure successfu…

Tailoring Your Mentorship for Junior vs. Rockstar Engineers

Software engineers follow diverse paths. For mentors tasked with nurturing their growth, understanding these paths is crucial. Today we explore the key differences in mentoring a junior engineer versus a rockstar senior engineer, equipping you with the tools to guide each towards their next level.

Learnings of a Solo Game Developer — Wacky Drivers video game

I decided that I wanted to create a video game from start to finish. It has been in my mind for a really long time. Here’s what I learned.

Improving Performance in Code Reviews

Tips and strategies for optimizing performance in pull requests Pull requests are an essential part of the software development process, allowing teams to review and discuss code changes before merging them into the main codebase. However, as projects grow larger and more complex, pull requests can

Delegation: The Human Way to Scale Up - Jose Ciccio - Medium

In the world of engineering leadership, delegation stands out as a fundamental human touchpoint crucial for achieving scalability.

Automation & Scaling in Engineering Leadership and Management

Automation/Scaling in Engineering Leadership & Management

Corentin Limier - Castor | LinkedIn

I manage a team of Software / Data Engineers and I constantly seek to improve 4 pillars… | Learn more about Corentin Limier’s work experience, education, connections & more by visiting their profile on LinkedIn

QUALITY BOSS | Brienna Ransom | Substack

Welcome to QUALITY BOSS, where quality engineering, management, leadership, and the experiences of being a woman in tech intersect. Click to read QUALITY BOSS, by Brienna Ransom, a Substack publication. Launched a month ago.

Improving Performance in Code Reviews - Jose - Medium

Tips and strategies for optimizing performance in pull requests

The Four Innovation Phases of Netflix’s Trillions Scale Real-time Data Infrastructure

The blog post will share the four phases of Real-time Data Infrastructure’s iterative journey in Netflix (2015-2021). For each phase, we will go over the evolving business motivations, the team’s unique challenges, the strategy bets, and the use case patterns we discovered along the way.

OKRs and Roadmaps: Understanding the Difference and How to Use Them Together

As an engineering leader, you are likely familiar with OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) and Roadmaps. While these terms are often used…

Effective Staff Meetings for Engineering Managers of Managers

A critical milestone in the ever-evolving engineering management career is the transition to managing managers. This milestone often…

Applying Socratic Wisdom to Engineering Management - Sebastiano Armeli - Medium

In my tenure as an engineering leader, I have observed our role demands more than just technical understanding;

Optimizing Productivity in Software Development: The Power of Daily Task Logging

In the fast-paced world of software development, productivity and self-awareness are key. While many leaders focus on end goals, the…

5 Questions with: Mike Luby, VP of Engineering - EvolutionIQ

VP of Engineering, Mike Luby, presides over short-term, long-term, and individual disability insurance products. Mike joined EvolutionIQ in the middle of 2023

Tactics for Tech Leadership Podcast – Change The Way You Think To Change The Way You Lead

We draw from a rich history of engineering leadership at Meta, Uber, Microsoft, Puppet, and FinTech organisations around the world. We believe that leadership is centered on creating resilient systems and working closely with teams and stakeholders to drive transformation and innovation.

What to look for when hiring

A while ago, I found myself in the enviable position of having to rapidly grow my team. Here a list of the most important characteristics I learned to value in anyone I work with, regardless of job function.

Receiving Feedback Is A Skill

Delivering feedback is a critical part of my day job as a manager at Google. However, it took me a while to realize that receiving feedback is one of the skills that helped me grow the most in my career. Here a few things I learned in the process.

Maximizing Your Growth: A Guide to Getting the Best from Platohq Mentorship

Introduction

Decisions are needed when things are ambiguous

Effective managers build self-reliant teams by encouraging ownership and individual growth. This involves delegating tasks, identifying strengths through coaching, and offering opportunities for learning and advancement. Remember, even top performers benefit from continuous guidance

Effective Large Project Management: Navigating Multiple Stakeholders Across Teams

Introduction Leading cross-functional teams on complex projects with diverse stakeholders can be daunting, especially when addressing critical issues with potentially existential consequences. However, equipped with the right strategies and insights, engineering leaders can not only ensure successfu…

Tailoring Your Mentorship for Junior vs. Rockstar Engineers

Software engineers follow diverse paths. For mentors tasked with nurturing their growth, understanding these paths is crucial. Today we explore the key differences in mentoring a junior engineer versus a rockstar senior engineer, equipping you with the tools to guide each towards their next level.

Learnings of a Solo Game Developer — Wacky Drivers video game

I decided that I wanted to create a video game from start to finish. It has been in my mind for a really long time. Here’s what I learned.

Improving Performance in Code Reviews

Tips and strategies for optimizing performance in pull requests Pull requests are an essential part of the software development process, allowing teams to review and discuss code changes before merging them into the main codebase. However, as projects grow larger and more complex, pull requests can

Delegation: The Human Way to Scale Up - Jose Ciccio - Medium

In the world of engineering leadership, delegation stands out as a fundamental human touchpoint crucial for achieving scalability.

Automation & Scaling in Engineering Leadership and Management

Automation/Scaling in Engineering Leadership & Management

Corentin Limier - Castor | LinkedIn

I manage a team of Software / Data Engineers and I constantly seek to improve 4 pillars… | Learn more about Corentin Limier’s work experience, education, connections & more by visiting their profile on LinkedIn

QUALITY BOSS | Brienna Ransom | Substack

Welcome to QUALITY BOSS, where quality engineering, management, leadership, and the experiences of being a woman in tech intersect. Click to read QUALITY BOSS, by Brienna Ransom, a Substack publication. Launched a month ago.

Improving Performance in Code Reviews - Jose - Medium

Tips and strategies for optimizing performance in pull requests

The Four Innovation Phases of Netflix’s Trillions Scale Real-time Data Infrastructure

The blog post will share the four phases of Real-time Data Infrastructure’s iterative journey in Netflix (2015-2021). For each phase, we will go over the evolving business motivations, the team’s unique challenges, the strategy bets, and the use case patterns we discovered along the way.

OKRs and Roadmaps: Understanding the Difference and How to Use Them Together

As an engineering leader, you are likely familiar with OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) and Roadmaps. While these terms are often used…

Effective Staff Meetings for Engineering Managers of Managers

A critical milestone in the ever-evolving engineering management career is the transition to managing managers. This milestone often…

Applying Socratic Wisdom to Engineering Management - Sebastiano Armeli - Medium

In my tenure as an engineering leader, I have observed our role demands more than just technical understanding;

Optimizing Productivity in Software Development: The Power of Daily Task Logging

In the fast-paced world of software development, productivity and self-awareness are key. While many leaders focus on end goals, the…