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Removing uncertainty: the tip of the iceberg
We build mountains underwater so that others can see the tip of the iceberg. To keep momentum, we must continually reduce uncertainty.
James Stanier
Nov 26, 2022
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October 2022
Get straight to the point
What do you want, what's next, and what do you recommend?
James Stanier
Oct 29, 2022
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September 2022
Moving house is like building software
Abstractions, technical debt and crunch.
James Stanier
Sep 18, 2022
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August 2022
What are leading and lagging indicators?
Thinking about products, your team and even your house.
James Stanier
Aug 20, 2022
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My energy is a linear function, until it isn't
Leading indicators, lagging indicators, and tomatoes.
James Stanier
Aug 14, 2022
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How do I deal with my manager changing?
The inevitable, handoffs, and contracting.
James Stanier
Aug 8, 2022
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July 2022
How do I make sure my work is visible?
Fast-paced blurs, brag documents, and newsletters.
James Stanier
Jul 31, 2022
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How do I get better at giving feedback?
A model, a process and a habit.
James Stanier
Jul 24, 2022
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How do I progress to the next level in my career?
Let's look at motivation, craft, opportunity and taking ownership.
James Stanier
Jul 17, 2022
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How do I get better at writing?
My most commonly asked question. The answer may be more straightforward than you think.
James Stanier
Jul 10, 2022
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May 2022
Remote-first communication at Shopify
As I was finishing writing Effective Remote Work, I started working for Shopify. One of the key reasons that I was attracted to the company—aside from…
James Stanier
May 29, 2022
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Book discussion with Lead Dev
Recently I was fortunate enough to have a great discussion with Suzan Bond about my latest book, Effective Remote Work, and on remote working in…
James Stanier
May 7, 2022
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