Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchDid I Get That Right? - A High Leverage Habit that Requires Virtually Zero Skill
Episode 1247
This episode introduces a simple yet highly effective communication habit that can be adopted by anyone to significantly reduce the risk of misunderstandings and enhance connection. It explores how t…
Published on 5 months ago
Meta Models - Logarithmic Returns
Episode 1246
This episode introduces a valuable meta-tool for understanding the generic shapes of models, focusing specifically on the concept of logarithmic relationships and how they manifest as diminishing ret…
Published on 5 months, 1 week ago
Dimensional Reframing - Think Along a New Axis
Episode 1245
This episode introduces the concept of dimensional reframing as a tool to gain new perspectives on problems and facilitate decision-making by considering a new dimension.
• Learn how adding a new dime…
Published on 5 months, 2 weeks ago
Chesterton's Fence - Why You Should Think Twice Before Rewriting That Project
Episode 1244
This episode explores the concept of Chesterton's fence, a principle that advises against removing or altering something without first understanding its original purpose.
• Understand the core message…
Published on 5 months, 3 weeks ago
Reframing Areas of Growth to Your Manager
Episode 1243
This episode discusses how to reframe areas of growth identified in performance reviews with your manager, turning potential weaknesses into strategic strengths. It emphasizes focusing on excelling i…
Published on 6 months ago
Owning and Requesting Forward-Framed Feedback
Episode 1242
This episode provides a tactical question to elicit useful feedback by taking responsibility for seeking it out and framing the request in a way that encourages advice rather than judgment.
Understa…Published on 6 months, 1 week ago
Work Modes Using Autonomy and Definition Clarity Quadrant - Manager Frameworks and Tools Series
Episode 1241
This episode introduces a simple quadrant tool to visualise different working modes that a team or individual task might be in, based on levels of autonomy and definition.
Understand how the quadran…Published on 6 months, 2 weeks ago
Manager Frameworks and Models - Product Lifecycle Governance
Episode 1240
This episode introduces product lifecycle governance, offering practical techniques for engineering managers to tackle challenges like backlog prioritisation and leadership misunderstandings, helping…
Published on 6 months, 3 weeks ago
Philosophical Frameworks that Inform Your Decisions (Without You Even Knowing It)
Episode 1239
This episode explores philosophical frameworks—ontology, teleology, and dynamism—to inform decision-making in uncertain situations, providing practical advice for applying these concepts in your prof…
Published on 6 months, 4 weeks ago
How Can You Prepare for High-Impact Unknown Events?
Episode 1238
This episode includes practical techniques to prepare for the unexpected by identifying vulnerabilities and building resilience, using the "curse question" and the "assumption audit" to help you turn…
Published on 7 months ago