Managers must be the sharp tool, not the dull one. Avoid micromanaging unless you offer unique expertise or can expedite critical tasks. Follow the "accordion approach": help only when needed, and pull back when the team is competent.

I’ve seen a lot of change during my 45-year career in information technology, some more significant than others.

If the people assigned to give you guidance are AWOL, how might you proceed?

AI is transforming jobs, not eliminating them. Adaptability, upskilling in AI, and focusing on human-centric skills are key to thriving in the evolving workforce.

What are the attributes of an effective team?  Can you build or grow one?  What would success look like?

At the beginning of our careers, we know a little bit of theory and have a little bit of practice but worry that the “adults” around us are going to embarrass us when they realize we don’t know everything about everything.

Many organizations struggle with inconsistent work management, hurting product development. Leaders must recognize this, invest in improvement, and adopt a coherent model to boost results.

Projects should have clearly defined goals, schedule targets, and resource allocations. When projects are described as “ongoing” that is often a red flag suggesting that either this isn’t a project, or it is not being well-managed.