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Nathan Broslawsky Nathan Broslawsky
Updated on June 25, 2024

When Designing a System, Think Evolutionarily

We may be tempted to design systems that can account for every possible eventuality so that they can run indefinitely with minimal adjustment. But the reality of the business world is more Darwinian than Newtonian.

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Ellen Glover Ellen Glover
Updated on June 19, 2024

Quiet Firing: What It Is and How to Recognize It

Quiet firing is when a manager slowly pushes an employee to quit their job. Here are the signs to watch out for.

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Leah Sutterlin Leah Sutterlin
Updated on June 11, 2024

Here’s How Companies Can Show Up for Unconventional Families

When creating policies, consider unconventional family structures, which often face barriers to benefits or are ineligible for some perks altogether.

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Kelly L. Campbell Kelly L. Campbell
Updated on June 11, 2024

5 Ways to Support Trans and Nonbinary Employees Year-Round

While Pride Month is an opportunity to celebrate gender non-conforming colleagues, your tech company should support them every day if it values humanity, diversity of thought and innovation.

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Sunny Betz Sunny Betz
Updated on June 03, 2024

Improve Your Presentation Skills and Hook the Audience

Afraid of public speaking? You’re not alone. Here are a few ways to boost your confidence.

Lisa Bertagnoli Lisa Bertagnoli
Updated on June 03, 2024

What Kind of Leader Are You?

Born or made, leaders definitely evolve over time. Here’s how six tech professionals found their leadership styles.

Jeff Link Jeff Link
Updated on May 28, 2024

Product-Market Fit: What It Is and How to Measure It

Achieving product-market fit is the most important thing a new startup can do. But knowing precisely when you have it is up for debate.

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Brennan Nevada Johnson Brennan Nevada Johnson
Updated on May 28, 2024

How to Tell Your Boss to Stop Doing Your Job

Your boss is a micromanager. That stinks. Here’s how to deal.

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Ateet Dhawan Ateet Dhawan
Updated on May 28, 2024

How Smart Chips Are Enhancing Engineers’ Productivity

With governments around the globe increasing investments in chip manufacturing, AI is transforming the industry.

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Jacob Biba Jacob Biba
Updated on May 23, 2024

What Is Autonomous Trucking?

The trucking industry has its sights set on a driverless future.

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