Lead with Joy

Tools and insights to help engineering leaders change how we work, together.

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There isn't a clear point in time when we can declare we are "officially grown up", and the same is true for leadership.
No title or tenure makes you a leader. You're a leader when people start to lean on you - ready or not.
This project is for those in (or aspiring to be in) that position as they learn to lead in an authentic, sustainable way.

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Some things I've been thinking on lately.

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The Standup Guide

Done correctly, standups can both move your project forward and be a daily opportunity for your team to connect and celebrate

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The Standup Playbook

How to find the most effective format for the challenges your team is facing today

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The Retro Playbook

How to keep retros feeling fresh and hand-crafted for the moment your team is reflecting upon

Lead with Joy is a love letter to all the wonderful people
I've gotten to coach, manage, and mentor over the years.
I hope it keeps you company on your many adventures ahead.