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Companies spend little time developing its developers…and we’re paying for it.

Companies can’t find programmers and programmers can’t find jobs. This is worsened by companies that won’t invest in talent within.

Oct 6, 2021

Companies spend little time developing its developers…and we’re paying for it.

Oct 6, 2021

Alvin T.

The Secret to Improvement is NOT consistency. It’s FIRE.

The secret to success is not consistency. You need to apply past lessons often and have fun in the process. Here’s how.

Jul 28, 2023

Getting started is the hardest part. Like swinging on a swing set.

Jul 28, 2023

Alvin T.

The Importance of Positive Feedback

Feedback is critical for personal growth. Often overlooked are the benefits of positive feedback — gratitude, camaraderie, directionality.

Apr 17, 2023

Negative feedback is like wandering around in the dark, and people shouting, ‘you’re too far left!’ Or ‘you’re too far right!’ Positive feedback is like a path lit in the dark.

Apr 17, 2023

Alvin T.

What your interactions with your boss say about your company

Surprised by your company’s layoffs? Pay attention to everyday interactions to get clues about your manager and how your company’s doing.

Dec 13, 2022

What your interactions with your boss say about your company

Dec 13, 2022

Alvin T.

2 Simple Steps to Reduce Impostor Syndrome

Afraid of looking stupid? Some say to fake it until you make it. But then you’re a fraud. Reduce imposter syndrome with authenticity.

Nov 1, 2022

Two firefighters are standing in front of a large fire. One is holding a hose, but can’t start the water flow. He asks his partner, “So… uhh… how does this work?” As his partner stares at him, shocked. An arrow is pointing at the first firefighter labeled, “don’t be this guy” in all caps.

Nov 1, 2022

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Why your job title destroys your self-worth… but there’s an antidote

Titles, prestige, status. All immaterial things people fight for. But no one cares what you’re called. They care about your impact.

Sep 27, 2022

What people want is the trophy on the pedestal. What people don’t want is building the steps up to the top of the pedestal.

Sep 27, 2022

Alvin T.

The Art of Receiving Feedback… Secrets from a Published Author

Blindly apply feedback and your skills will decline. To grow, make sense of feedback. Then, decide to accept, adapt, or abstain.

Sep 20, 2022

PWA says, as an explanation, “you used different characters to end list items in this list. All styles are fine, but try to be consistent.” PWA, then, suggests: no punctuation, semicolon, comma, and period.

Sep 20, 2022

Alvin T.

What is Fear-Driven Kindness? And why it’s bad for you.

Kindness can be bad for you and the recipient if it comes from fear. Courage and authenticity are key to healthier, happier relationships.

Sep 13, 2022

An orange. Is it sweet? Sour? You never truly know until you try it.

Sep 13, 2022

Alvin T.

The Secret Life of a Software Subcontractor

Want a job as a software engineer with no experience? Staffing agencies and consulting firms have benefits full-timers, and solo devs don’t

Aug 30, 2022

A flower rooted to the ground grows fast, while a flower blowing around in the air grows slowly.

Aug 30, 2022

Alvin T.

Your manager might be holding back your career. Here are 5 warning signs.

Poor management can keep you stuck in your career for years. Look for the signs to free yourself, now.

May 9, 2022

Your manager might be holding back your career. Here are 5 warning signs.

May 9, 2022

Alvin T.

Alvin T.

Senior software developer. Author. Promoter of authentic leadership styles. Places I hang out: https://bio.link/alvintsui.

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