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12/23/24 - The Ghost Engineers of Christmas Past, Present, and Future
I’ve been thinking a lot about the concept of "ghost engineers" lately—those engineering ICs who seem busy but contribute little meaningful work.
Dec 23
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Handling Emotional Attachment to Ideas and Managing Growth After Stepping Back
In Episode Two of Ask Hartley Anything, I dive into two thoughtful listener questions.
Dec 18
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12/16/24 - The Return of the Newsletter
Big news heading into the end of the year, I’m bringing this weekly newsletter back AND starting a podcast.
Dec 16
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Navigating AI-First Pivots For Your Team
Listen now | We’ve recently been surprised with a change in direction to become an AI-first company. Can you share some advice on how to manage the team…
Dec 11
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July 2024
Unlocking Innovation: The Power of Content Consumption
In a previous post I noted some of my favorite newsletters, but those were not the only ways I continue to learn.
Jul 1
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June 2024
Feeling the Pain, A Framework For Solving Obscure Problems
I don't tend to have too many mantras when it comes to engineering leadership, but one key saying that I keep coming back to over and over as the years…
Jun 24
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What To Do When You Outgrow Your Manager
If you're at one company long enough, it's possible that you have the opportunity to work with a manager for several years. In some cases, that length…
Jun 9
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May 2024
7 Must-Read Newsletters For Tech Leaders
And no, I’m not going to add Hartley’s Handbook to this list.
May 28
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#20 - Fluctuating Imposter Syndrome
I feel like an imposter.
May 20
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John Hartley
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March 2024
How To Navigate That Failing Startup Feeling
I came across a Reddit post this week titled "That Failing Startup Feeling." The author discusses the familiar experience of working for a struggling…
Mar 11
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February 2024
Are Non-Technical Engineering Leaders Common?
I recently saw a question on Reddit asking how common it is to have non-technical engineering leaders.
Feb 9
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December 2023
6 Things Managers Can Learn From Kitchen Nightmares
..or "how not to be a donut"
Dec 18, 2023
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