A sudden Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) is rarely about performance. Learn the common signs that it's a procedural step for termination and how to strategically navigate your exit.
Feeling financially behind by mid-life? Explore powerful strategies for redefining success beyond money, overcoming the comparison trap, and finding true contentment.
Developers are using AI to code faster, but promotions and profits remain elusive. This analysis explores why individual productivity gains aren't translating into career advancement and who is truly benefiting from the AI revolution.
Developers share their real-world experiences as companies push for AI adoption. Explore the spectrum of policies from forced use to outright bans, and learn where AI tools actually help versus where they hinder productivity.
An exploration of why the hobbyist internet feels less vibrant, analyzing the impact of search engine decay, economic pressures, and the evolution of creative projects.
Feeling burnt out by the tech industry's layoffs, broken hiring processes, and corporate nonsense? Explore common frustrations and discover practical strategies for finding a more sustainable and fulfilling career.
An exploration of how to solve complex, persistent problems in both professional and personal life, with actionable strategies for tackling technical debt and navigating dating challenges.
Developers discuss the pros and cons of open-sourcing projects when code can be used to train LLMs. Explore arguments about the value of code, intellectual property, and the core philosophy of open source.
An analysis of a discussion on ageism in the tech industry, exploring its manifestations, underlying causes, and practical advice for experienced professionals to thrive despite the challenges.
Guidance for managers on addressing underperformance in long-term employees who appear cooperative but don't deliver. Explore root causes like burnout or disengagement, and learn strategies from empathetic dialogue to formal PIPs.