Watch Out Deepak & Oprah: Life Lessons From BUTB
Over the last six months, I’ve shared a few tips and tricks that hopefully have helped you on your journey in becoming a great manager,...
The Giving Manager
Thanksgiving is a great time to reflect on one of the most important aspects of being a great manager: giving. Often, we focus on what...
Realism vs. Optimism: The Stockdale Paradox
Recently, I was meeting with the leadership team of one of my favorite startups. Like many startups, this company is tackling a big,...
The Performance Improvement Plan
First, a story with a protagonist I adore: my little brother, Thomas. At 24, Thomas is a classic millennial who is currently making his...
How To Get Onboarding Right
September always brings up feelings of back-to-school and feelings of change. For many, heading back to school is a time to see old...
The Trifecta of Motivation: Affiliation, Power, and Achievement
When I’m interviewing job candidates, one of my favorite questions to ask is: “What do you love about your current job? What gets you...
Attested Development: Helping Your Team Own Their Growth
Last month I spent the afternoon in Kendall Square in Cambridge, meeting with a very cool start-up that I’m lucky enough to be working...