I’ve started using CLI-based coding agents for general planning and documentation because local file context is easier to manage than web interfaces. The only downside is sharing the Markdown output with others. This post covers the workflow and a small tool I wrote to convert that output into shareable PDFs.
In workplaces, cynicism can feel realistic and tactical. But assuming positive intent - believing by default that others are trying to do good work - is both more productive and effective at changing behavior. It’s a special kind of leading by example.
The Say:Do ratio is a simple but powerful concept: does someone deliver on what they commit to? It’s both a performance differentiator and a surprisingly effective framework for coaching conversations.
Talk delivered at Sydney Tech Leaders meetup exploring how to prioritise wellbeing as a fundamental leadership principle in technology organizations.
Participated in a discussion with Melbourne tech leaders covering strategies for building and retaining high-performing teams in today’s competitive market.
I decided to refresh the old blog and start fresh, removing outdated content from 2009-2015 to focus on more relevant topics.