Organizational

February 17, 2024
in Organizational
10 min read

3 before 20: How to NOT have to lay off the very team you invested in

This article explores the concept of “Hire 3 before 20” - a measured and sustainable approach to hiring and team growth, learned from personal experience through my journey of hypergrowth followed by a recession, and through good mentorship from my manager.

January 14, 2024
in Organizational, Performance Management
9 min read

Myth of a superstar employee

We've all heard the business adage - "A players hire A players, B players hire C players." Our generation was taught this concept by Steve Jobs [1]. However, organizations often take this too far, anointing a chosen few as "high potential" stars that receive the best projects, promotions and perks. This perceived favoritism can be toxic.