A bigger title. More money. A larger impact…

When working from home, we need to be even more aware of human nature and our tendencies to over-think an idea or project. Working alone, we miss the collaboration and social aspect of brainstorming that helps us understand when to move on. We can get bogged down in planning and analysis. “Analysis paralysis” is a real danger.

What does a great week look like? Planning and finishing tons of high pri tasks?

It's shocking and sad how many people keep quiet and censure themselves in their daily lives at work. There's a pervasive fear of hierarchy in many companies which keeps people silent around their manager and on up the chain.

I'm not a fan of the word "loyalty'" when it comes to deciding whether to stay in a job. Employees need to do the math on a regular basis: Am I making enough money? Do I believe in the mission? Are the people mostly good?

Your senior executives want you to be a top-notch engineer, able to excel in your day job while getting along reasonably well with others, as well as build a track record of strong results and provide tangible ways to improve the products and/or customer experience…