Promotions

Writing about the transition from individual contributor to leader, and the awkward realities that come with leveling up.

Why the Tech Lead Role Feels Harder Than You Expected

09 Jan 2026 2 min read Career Growth

The tech lead role often feels harder than expected, not because you’re failing, but because the job quietly changes. This piece explores why that shift feels so disorienting and what actually helps.

I Thought Working Hard Was Enough Until My Developer Career Stalled

04 Jan 2026 2 min read Career Growth

I believed working hard was enough to move my developer career forward. It was not. This is the moment I realized effort alone does not create growth, and what actually changed everything.

What I Wish Someone Told Me Before I Took That Promotion

11 Jun 2025 2 min read Promotions

I love leading people. But stepping into leadership isn’t a title upgrade, it’s a class change. This post breaks down everything I wish someone told me before I said yes to that promotion.

How to Set Career Goals That Aren’t Just Job Titles

09 Jun 2025 2 min read Career Growth

Promotions are fine, but real growth isn’t tied to your title. This post helps you set career goals that actually make you better, not just busier.

What I Actually Look for in a Job (Spoiler: It’s Not Pizza Parties)

13 Oct 2022 2 min read Essays

Recognition is nice, but it doesn’t pay the bills. Here’s what I actually look for in a job: fair pay, real promotions, work-life balance, trust, and a team that doesn’t treat fun like a four-letter word.