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Back in my volunteer days at the San Jose Suicide and Crisis Hotline, I stumbled upon a peculiar realization: our emotions are often reflective mirrors of those we interact with. Fast forward to today's remote work era, this understanding has proved invaluable as an engineering manager. In a world where Zoom meetings replace in-person interactions, it's easy to feel disconnected from your team. But, remembering my hotline days, I've learned to check-in with my feelings during remote 1:1's, sensing the vibe from the other end. If I'm bored, they likely are too - time to shake things up. If I'm anxious, they could be feeling the same - let's address it. This "emotional telepathy", combined with genuine curiosity about my team, regular check-ins, and consistent career growth discussions, has enabled me to build trust and maintain cohesion, even from afar. Sometimes, the past holds the keys to our present challenges. Looking to navigate remote leadership? Feel free to drop a message. Let's connect, share, and grow together. #Leadership #RemoteWork #EmotionalIntelligence #EngineeringManagement ----------------------------------- Check out the full article at https://lnkd.in/gmUUHFWX

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Amazing leadership is when it’s not about yourself.

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I Live In Motel California = Look folks: I have been living in California since 1996 ... Silicon Valley: 1996 - 2023 (27 years) Sacramento, California Capital: 2024 - We know that there is a famous song: Hotel California For this post I thought hard on this post title: I Live In Hotel California I could not do it ... but I could do this instead: I Live In Motel California = The Sacramento City Attorney’s Office warned a chain retail store that it could face a public nuisance charge due to a large number of phone calls placed to police when thieves repeatedly stole from its Land Park location. A person with knowledge of the warning, but not authorized to speak publicly due to the fear of retaliation, told The Sacramento Bee that city officials threatened the Target at 2505 Riverside Blvd. in the past year with an administrative fine. A Sacramento police spokesman confirmed the location — a site that prompted heavy ire from Land Park residents due to repeated crimes — when asked about the apparent warning. The alleged warning issued by Sacramento city officials — and similar actions by other cities across the state — prompted lawmakers to add an amendment to a retail theft bill that would outlaw such threats made by authorities. Pursuing legal actions against businesses for reporting crime brought heavy criticism from law enforcement. It’s unclear why City Attorney Susana Alcala Wood's office would allegedly resort to issuing such a warning to any business seeking help from police. Swanson did not grant multiple interview requests to the City Attorney’s Office over a period of about a week. Clark Kelso, a professor of law at the University of the Pacific’s McGeorge School of Law, said “there is no question” that city attorneys have every right to pursue a public nuisance charge against businesses in which owners know the property is dangerous. However, experts said it’s unclear if the law allows a public nuisance charge when people steal from the store. The retailer is a victim, and could be seeking serious help when confronted with shoplifters, he said. The alleged warnings by city officials statewide may affect what crime data is reported as businesses contend with the potential of facing legal action for reporting retail theft, a topic spurring heavy debate in California. Lawmakers have said the unreliable data has caused some skepticism about what, if any, legislation should be passed. = I will stop here. What is the difference between a Hotel and Motel? Hotels are larger, have on-property amenities, and are often centrally located in urban areas. Motels are one- or two-stories, have little to no amenities, and are scattered along roads and highways and perfect for road trips, often in rural areas. The word motel (from a blend of motor and hotel) typically implies a roadside hotel in which the doors of the rooms can be entered from outside. Now you decide: Do I live in Hotel California or Motel California?

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The recent wave of layoffs in technology is more than a temporary setback. It impacts the software engineering labor market in ways that could last for years. Layoffs have eroded the implicit trust between employers and employees, leading to a workforce that may be more cynical and less committed to long-term loyalty. This could increase job-hopping and make retention even harder. Some experienced engineers might leave tech for more stable industries, and new grads could choose different career paths. This could result in a talent shortage down the line, leaving companies struggling to fill crucial roles. With traditional full-time roles appearing less secure, some may embrace gig or contract work, prioritizing flexibility over stability. This shift could make it challenging for companies to maintain long-term cohesion in teams. Employees will increasingly push for remote work, flexible hours, and greater work-life balance. This helps de-risk relocating for jobs that don't deliver on promises. Workers may focus on continuously improving their skills to stay resilient. We could also see a cultural push for collective representation or employee advocacy in technology. If companies want to attract and retain the best engineers in the future, rebuilding trust and prioritizing employee well-being isn’t just a nice-to-have, it’s essential. Would be great to hear people's thoughts! #TechLayoffs #SoftwareEngineering #FutureOfWork #TalentManagement #WorkplaceCulture #EmployeeExperience

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ServiceNow is proving that AI success isn’t about hype—it’s about impact. As Bill McDermott says, “While others talk about generative AI, we are delivering it.” With tools like Now Assist, we’re driving real results, from cutting IT resolution times at the London Stock Exchange to freeing employees from tedious tasks. This is what happens when innovation focuses on customer value. #AI #GenerativeAI #Automation #Productivity #TechLeadership #DigitalTransformation #ServiceNow

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I sat down with LeadDev to discuss the challenges of maintaining boundaries on remote teams. Special thanks to Kelli María Korducki for allowing me to contribute to this piece. Full article here: https://lnkd.in/eUteqZiV

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