PinnedPrioritization, multiple work streams, unplanned work. Oh my!On development teams, balancing priorities while keeping focus is hard. Without an intentional approach you can quickly find your team…Jan 24, 20221Jan 24, 20221
PinnedWhat is the risk matrix?All computer systems have technical risks. It’s impractical to design risk completely out of a system. Since we don’t have unlimited time…Jun 22, 2021Jun 22, 2021
PinnedThe middle slump: The power of weekly project goalsThere’s a thing writers call the middle slump. It’s that period in the middle of writing something when the author has lost initial…Jan 18, 2021Jan 18, 2021
I can’t get started! try an execution-based goalWhen it comes to professional development, many engineers struggle to put concrete plans into action to achieve their goals. They know what…May 24, 2021May 24, 2021
Time management wins for the busy engineering managerAs engineering managers our time is always in short supply. Most managers I know complain about never having enough time. We are busy…Oct 13, 2020Oct 13, 2020
The work-centric standupHave you heard of zombie standup? If not, there’s a good chance you’ve been part of one at some point. Zombie standup is just what it…May 27, 20202May 27, 20202
Process evolved: the experimentIs your team scared to change their process? Are they endlessly evaluating or arguing over different options and their pros and cons? As…Apr 12, 2020Apr 12, 2020
Deadlines are a good thing.In a previous post, I talked about what makes a good goal. Once you’ve done the hard work of setting the right goal, it’s time to start…Jan 5, 2020Jan 5, 2020
Estimated time != Calendar timeDoes the above sound familiar? If you have worked in an engineering department for any length of time, you have probably had this…Aug 13, 2019Aug 13, 2019
