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What leaders should settle before AI reaches their product Imagine a product leader watching an impressive AI demonstration. The feature works beautifully, eve…

Picture a leader who has just finished a promising report on AI. The projections look strong, the board is asking questions, and one idea takes hold: if the to…

In my AI-first overview , I argued that before a team touches an AI tool, you settle what data can go where, decide which tools are approved and who decides wh…

Transitioning to an AI-first engineering organization can feel daunting. With so many AI services available, how do you decide which ones to choose? And how do…

If you’ve ever carried a balance on a credit card, you know how tempting it is to spend now and deal with it later. But you also know how painful it become

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“Here is a pile of requests for changes and new features to our product,” Jake’s boss said as he dropped a thick manila folder onto his desk. “Another depa

A young leader, let’s call him Charles, recently approached me, struggling with his boss. Charles is a bright and promising individual who constantly seeks

I saw a father in a park the other day. His son was clearly upset about something and acting out. The father squatted down next to him and was patiently tr

Compassion means listening to someone’s struggles instead of discounting their discomfort. Taking the time to wipe away a tear. Covering their shame instea

This is happening! She will be here soon! In a few short weeks my daughter, and first child, will wiggle her way into this strange new world. A world outsi

Good communication is difficult, great communication requires a thoughtful approach.  One of the core tenants of great communication is an underlying