Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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Setting Clear Expectations: A Compass in the Modern Workplace Jungle
Introduction Welcome to the modern work dynamic—a beautiful, bustling, and sometimes bewildering landscape where office cubicles and coffee breaks have given way to home offices and video chats. Amid this evolution, one thing remains steadfast: the importance of setting clear expectations for your team. Whether your team is distributed across time zones or working elbow-to-elbow,…
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The Peter principle: The Promotional Paradox
Introduction In the world of work, promotions are like trophies. They’re shiny, they’re exciting, and they’re a clear sign that we’re doing something right. But just like a trophy, a promotion can sometimes be more decorative than functional. In fact, a promotion can sometimes feel like being handed a shiny new gadget without the user…
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Seniority Levels
Introduction As leaders in an organization, how do we measure and convey the progress of our team members? Job titles can be a maze, with terms like ‘Junior’, ‘Senior’, ‘Lead’, and ‘Principal’ often eliciting more questions than they answer. These titles, or seniority levels, are far more than just labels. They act as milestones in…
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Bridging the Gap: Engineers’ Journey into Management
Introduction Engineering teams often find themselves operating in their own unique silos within an organization. While this isolation often nurtures deep technical expertise, it can also present a complex challenge for those engineers eyeing the path towards management roles. How do you navigate the shift from a realm of code and circuits to one of…
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