How to Develop Your Skills to Become a Principal Engineer
Becoming a principal engineer requires more than technical skill, it’s about influence, communication, and strategy. Success means enabling teams by shaping culture, Sophie Weston said. In her talk at QCon London, she suggested developing deep skills in multiple domains, with general, collaborative skills. Skills from life outside work, like sports, volunteering, or gaming, can add […]
What it’s like to visit Country for the first time and how to prepare
Earlier this year, I went to my mob’s Country for the first time. I had never known my connection to Country, as I grew up physically isolated in Lutruwita/Tasmania, with feelings of shame about being Aboriginal. I knew that I had family living on Country in Far North Queensland, but both the people and the […]
How to Build a Resilient Team That Thrives in Uncertainty
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. It’s easy to lead when things are going well. The real test? Leading when everything feels unstable: the market shifts, plans unravel, and nothing goes according to script. In my time leading ButterflyMX, I’ve learned that the true measure of a team isn’t how they perform when […]
“A Collective Heartbeat” or How to be an Anti-Fascist
11 a.m.: We warm up to the beat of Argentine folk drums, the bombo legüero and caja coplera. It is hours until the march officially begins, but we are rancheando, or hanging out, exchanging compliments on our DIY costumes. The all-black looks evoke grunge, rock and roll, and steampunk. During the first rehearsal, we created a […]
How to Build a Supportive Workplace Without Losing Productivity
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. My daughter’s high school is near a freeway, and our city gets a fair amount of rain. That means bad weather creates a lot of traffic, and getting to school on time can be a challenge. Don’t worry — I’ll explain what this has to do with […]
Y-Vonne Hutchinson: Where DEI falls short — and how to rethink it
Tired of “privilege walks” and black squares on social media that feel hollow? Workplace inclusion expert Y-Vonne Hutchinson peels back the superficial layer of performative DEI to reveal a fresh approach that meets people’s real-life anxieties — from climate chaos to political instability — and helps us connect with compassion and respect. It’s a spark […]
How to Foster a Continuous Improvement and Learning Mindset in Software Development
According to Ramya Sriram, individuals and teams must embrace a continuous improvement and continuous learning mindset to stay competitive and relevant. At Agile Tampere she gave a talk about continuous improvement and learning, where she explored how her company fosters a culture of innovation through programs that support experimentation, providing employees with the time and […]
How to Reclaim Your Time and Start Focusing on Growing Your Business
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Everyone has time, yet it’s one of the world’s scarcest resources. Money comes and goes as fast as the blink of an eye, but time is the essence of life. You can seek more revenue or get another deal; however, the number of hours in a day […]
How to get the body of a Roman gladiator
You should never underestimate the power of bread and circuses. Hundreds of gladiators have risen to the fight knowing they were mere pawns in a politician’s bid for higher office. The Republic was a bad time for that sort of thing. These days, we perform at the emperor’s command, and on as few as 10 […]
Priya Parker: How to come together in a meaningful way
Looking to infuse more connection into your time with friends and family? Facilitator Priya Parker urges us to approach gathering with intention and creativity. Diving into the evolving significance of coming together both in-person and virtually, she demystifies the role of a host, outlines mistakes we should avoid and shares the potential of thoughtfully designed […]