TL;DRThis roundtable explored how to intentionally shape culture during rapid growth, especially in remote-first environments. The conversation focused on psychological safety, feedback loops, leadership modeling, and empowering individuals to bring ...
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Michael Hunter
TL;DRThis roundtable explored how to intentionally shape culture during rapid growth, emphasizing that culture is not static—it’s built through everyday decisions, behaviors, and leadership modeling. The panelists shared insights on ...
Michael Hunter
Yes, my video is horrible, and Esther's and Wendy's is perfect. I had some tech fails :( This is the backup recording.TL;DRCulture Is Behavior, Not Posters: Values must be lived, ...
Michael Hunter
Yes, my video is horrible, and Johanna's is perfect. I had some tech fails :( This is the backup recording.TL;DRAI is a tool, not a replacement for human insight. AI ...
Michael Hunter
TL;DRAI is not the strategy—it’s a tool. The roundtable explored how tech leaders can thoughtfully integrate AI into their organizations by first grounding themselves in clear strategy, purpose, and people-centered ...
Michael Hunter
I was a technical manager and what I kept doing was, my tech lead, I was re-architecting and telling; he'd bring architecture solutions and different things, and I kept telling ...
Michael Hunter
My favorite part of helping people grow into themselves is those moments when they get it. When some concept that has been eluding them suddenly makes sense. When some hidden ...
Michael Hunter
Just about every great leader I speak with has a love of learning and a passion for growth, which combine to generate a deep drive to identify areas for improvement ...
Michael Hunter
Michael: What tells you that when the fit is maybe starting to not fit so well?Thomas: It's an energy that you have coming to work. It's how many coping or ...
Michael Hunter
Michael Hunter: This is the Uncommon Leadership Roundtable where we bring smart people together to discuss interesting topics and maybe have a little fun along the way. I’m your host, ...
Michael Hunter
You have a heart, body, mind, and spirit. Even when you feel you’re losing your mind. They each have a unique point of view. Your heart is your connection to ...
Michael Hunter
Nadine, the vice president of engineering for an early-stage startup, was talking with her friend Sam, also a senior engineering leader at another small software company. They had worked together ...