Cathedral Vs Bazaar People Management
- Ben Balter tl;dr: The cathedral and the bazaar are two contrasting styles of people management, inspired by the open source movement. The cathedral style is more hierarchical, controlled, and standardized, while the bazaar style is more decentralized, autonomous, and collaborative. As a manager or as someone who is managed, you should know which style you prefer, and which style your manager prefers.featured in #479
Measuring Engineering Velocity On A Software Team
- Zach Zaro tl;dr: Zach Zaro, CEO and cofounder of Coherence, reviews the history and state of the art of velocity. Measuring engineering velocity is a valuable exercise for software teams aiming to improve their processes and deliver value consistently. By understanding its nuances and potential pitfalls, teams can use velocity as a tool for growth and continuous improvement rather than a blunt instrument of judgment.featured in #479
Want to Be a Better Leader? Stop Thinking About Work After Hours.
tl;dr: "It’s not uncommon for managers to continue thinking about their job, even after the official workday is over. This may involve ruminating about an issue with an employee, trying to think of a solution to a client problem, or creating a mental to-do list for the next day. But new research shows that this tendency may not be beneficial, particularly for people new to a leadership role. In fact, constant rumination leads managers to be more depleted and less able to show up as leaders — something even their employees can pick up on."featured in #479
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The 30 Best Pieces Of Advice In 2023
tl;dr: "We present our collection of little tactics, resonant reminders and operating principles to guide you in the following roundup of the 30 best pieces of advice we heard in the past year. Take them with you as we’re thrust forward into all that 2024 has ahead:" (1) Hit refresh on your interview questions for manager candidates. (2) Set goals by trying to tell a story. (3) Opinions come at a cost — spend wisely. (4) Balance the core product with new bets by looking to the horizons. (5) Pinpoint where you’re delivering feedback as a manager.featured in #477
Unlocking the Power of Your Permissions: Clerk's New Authorization Helpers
- Colin Sidoti tl;dr: Clerk Introduces Enhanced Authorization with has(), protect(), and <Protect> for tailored user permissions and security. Make Customizing Access a Breeze. Get Serious About Access Management!featured in #477
Factors That Can Affect The Development Time Of Your MVP
tl;dr: The concept of a Minimum Viable Product has emerged as a beacon for startups and entrepreneurs. However, the development time required to breathe life into the MVP is an intricate equation, influenced by a multitude of factors. In this blog post Match.dev team summarizes non-obvious factors that can negatively affect the development time of your MVP.featured in #477
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