Every January we promise change. By February the same systems are still running the show. This year is about fewer promises and better leadership through focus, clarity, and boring habits that actually work.
“Respect is earned” sounds reasonable until you see how often it’s used to justify poor leadership. Respect isn’t earned. It’s given by default, and leaders are responsible for maintaining it through their actions.
A complete index of the leadership reading series, including communication, culture, classic leadership foundations, and self-leadership. Your one-stop shop for every book recommendation.
A practical, witty guide to the best books for building strong teams and healthy culture, especially for leaders who want less chaos and more trust on their team.
Developers love learning how to build things, but understanding why they’re building them is what makes the work meaningful. Understanding the “why” behind your code will make you a better developer, teammate, and leader.
