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The Beautiful Uncertainty: Why Everyone’s Feeling Lost in Engineering Leadership (and Why That’s Okay)

June 23, 2025
Lost in the leadership maze? You’re not alone. LDX3 revealed a shared struggle: AI, bad managers, and the beautiful uncertainty. Craft Beyond Code helps you navigate it all.
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The Klarna AI Paradox: A Human Lesson for Engineering Leaders

June 16, 2025
AI promises efficiency, but Klarna, the Swedish fintech giant, recently offered a public reminder: in the rush to automate, we often forget the irreplaceable power of human connection.
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Empowering Engineering Leaders: The 1:1 Advantage

June 9, 2025
Discover how to empower your engineering leaders with effective 1:1 meetings. Learn how to build trust, drive performance, and prevent burnout – key strategies from Craft Beyond Code.
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Craft Beyond Code: Building Better Teams, One 1:1 at a Time

June 4, 2025
Craft Beyond Code helps Engineering Managers build thriving teams. Streamline 1:1s, track individual growth, and focus on what matters most – your people. 💪
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Streamlining Communication: The Value of Documentation

May 22, 2025
Is your team spending too much time in meetings that could be documented?
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Creating a Culture of Continuous Learning

February 20, 2025
Foster innovation and drive growth by prioritizing continuous learning with these strategies for leaders.
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Continuous Learning

The Business Case for Self-Care

February 5, 2025
Investing in employee well-being is not just a moral imperative; it's also good for business, leading to increased productivity, improved creativity, and increased resilience among employees.
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Self care

My Home Lab Experiment: A Sneak Peek into My Crafty Setups

January 28, 2025
Get an insider look at my personal home lab, featuring a powerful server setup, diverse services, and valuable lessons learned along the way.
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Homelab

Beyond Burnout: The Hidden Costs of Extended Working Hours

January 22, 2025
Extended working hours can have devastating consequences for our well-being and relationships.
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