
Building software is magical, and it's a privilege to have been able to spend my career doing it. As we enter a new time, there is even more magic in products, companies, and people that we can create. Thirty years leading engineering teams and building technology organizations across startups and enterprises. Help all parts of the business work together to delight customers, fulfill employees, and reward stakeholders. Writing and talking about what actually works — and what doesn't. This site is meant to be a source of help for leaders, individuals, and teams. If you'd like to talk about any of it, reach out to me on LinkedIn.

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