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Latest Episodes

What Defines a Senior Developer? - Systematically Communicating Value
February 27, 2023

The traits that define a senior engineer are not catalogued perfectly in one spot. But, nevertheless, we'll try to cover some of the most important traits and habits of a senior engineer.In this epi

What Defines a Senior Developer? - Dynamic vs Static Understanding of Situations
February 24, 2023

The traits that define a senior engineer are not catalogued perfectly in one spot. But, nevertheless, we'll try to cover some of the most important traits and habits of a senior engineer.Feel free t

Long Game, Short Game
February 22, 2023

We play the short game so we get the chance to play the long game.Early in our careers, we imagine the best way to play is always focus on the long game. But in reality, we need both.Be aware of l

The Rate of Change for Change Itself
February 15, 2023

We can become accustomed to the rate at which we experience change, and imagine that that rate will continue to increase linearly.Eventually, change will level off. We accumulate fewer skills later

Protecting Flow State - Setting Your Session Feedback And Goal
February 13, 2023

At the beginning of any work session, practice, performance, or any other activity you want to achieve flow during, you can give yourself the best shot at getting into flow by controlling a few simple

Protecting Flow State - Plan Now, Pause Later
February 10, 2023

Protecting your flow state may help you have more "peak experiences" - whether in your career or in your personal life. This is your opportunity to make the biggest strides and highest achievements.

Golden Advice - Always Leave Margin For Extra
February 06, 2023

Sometimes I hear advice that is worth its weight in gold. In today's episode I share one piece of advice that is almost universally applicable across life and career efforts.

Your Purpose is A Projection of Your Complex Identity
February 02, 2023

If your identity is complex, your purpose is by extension complex. In this episode, we talk about purpose as an expression, rather than a regulator, of your identity.

Demystifying Purpose by Focusing On Your Purpose For Today
January 31, 2023

You don't need to overthink purpose. Focus on clarity, and finding your underlying motivation. That clarity can be short-lived; purpose is a dynamic and powerful force, but only if you hold it lightly

Reframing Deficiencies as Strengths
January 28, 2023

What you are afraid of in your career may be the thing that propels you. It's all about framing, and removing the negative and positive language. Instead, think about how you can best position yoursel