Enhancing 1:1 Meetings with Agendaful: A New Slack App Hi, Engineering Leaders! As a software engineer with nearly two decades of experience, I’m excited to introduce you to Agendaful, a Slack app designed specifically for creating collaborative 1:1 meeting agendas. After months of …
Continue ReadingNewsletter for Engineering Managers: Curated Recommendations Hi Folks! As engineering managers, we often find ourselves navigating the complexities of leadership, team dynamics, and technical challenges. One great way to stay informed and inspired is through newsletters that focus on the managerial …
Continue ReadingQuestion about Hex and Bytes: Reflections on Technical Interviews Today, I want to share my recent experience with a tech phone screen for a position at a mobile advertising company. While I’m not here to bash the interview process or the company itself, I felt that the question posed to me could …
Continue ReadingRecent Psychology Grad Seeking HR, Recruiting, or Marketing Erasmus+ Internships in Europe—Any Tips or Connections? Hello everyone! 👋 I’m excited to share that I’m a recent psychology graduate, and I’ve been granted an Erasmus+ internship opportunity with a grant! 🎉 This is a thrilling step …
Continue ReadingRemote Hiring Guide Hey recruiters, As the demand for remote work continues to rise, the challenge of finding and hiring remote talent has become increasingly significant. This post aims to compile the best practices and strategies for effectively recruiting remote employees. Whether you’re an …
Continue ReadingSeeking Advice: Learning During Job Search Hello, fellow tech enthusiasts! As many in the industry know, the journey of a tech professional can come with unexpected twists and turns. Recently, I found myself navigating one such twist after being part of a layoff. After spending three transformative …
Continue ReadingSetting Up a Contract Staffing Company in the US - Need Guidance Hi everyone, If you’re contemplating starting a Contract Staffing company in the United States, you’re not alone. The staffing industry is vibrant and offers numerous opportunities, but it requires a solid understanding of …
Continue ReadingSourcing vs Recruiting: Understanding the Distinction In the world of talent acquisition, there is a common misconception that sourcing and recruiting are interchangeable terms. This misunderstanding can lead to inefficiencies in the hiring process and ultimately impact an organization’s …
Continue ReadingSystem Design Interviews: Navigating the Challenges with Confidence System design interviews can often feel like a daunting challenge for engineers, especially for those who are relatively inexperienced. The pressure to come up with an elegant solution in a limited timeframe can be overwhelming. …
Continue ReadingThe Question I Ask Every New Report In my years of experience managing tech teams, one of the most pivotal moments in establishing a productive relationship with a new report is our very first conversation. While many leaders might focus on the past experiences of their new team members, I have …
Continue ReadingTools to Get Personal Emails for Candidates from LinkedIn URLs In the competitive landscape of tech recruitment, finding the right candidates is only half the battle. Once you’ve identified your ideal prospects on LinkedIn, the next challenge is reaching out to them effectively. With a growing …
Continue ReadingWe Are Hosting Free Sessions to Help You Crack MAANG In today’s competitive job market, particularly in the tech industry, acing interviews at top-tier companies—commonly referred to as MAANG (Meta, Apple, Amazon, Netflix, Google)—can be a daunting task. To assist aspiring candidates in …
Continue ReadingWhat Data Structures and Algorithms Should I Revise for My Interview? Introduction Preparing for a technical interview can be daunting, especially when it comes to data structures and algorithms (DSA). If you have an interview lined up, such as for a Python Backend role at Deloitte, it’s …
Continue ReadingThe Perils of Optimization: When Readability Takes a Backseat In the ever-evolving landscape of software development, the balance between code performance and readability is a contentious topic. As developers, we often find ourselves at a crossroads when faced with the need to optimize code. In …
Continue ReadingYour Priorities When Writing Code: Finding Balance in the Enterprise Context TL;DR Understanding your priorities while writing code is crucial, especially in an enterprise context. Your focus may shift depending on the project requirements and team dynamics, but clarity on what truly matters can …
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