Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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From Zero to 1,000: Insights from Anne Caron
In a recent podcast episode, Anne Caron, a seasoned People Strategy consultant, shared her insights on building scalable organizations, especially for startups. Drawing from her extensive experience, including a decade at Google, Anne delved into the intricacies of company culture, performance management, and the importance of HR in a growing company. Anne is the author…
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The Myth of “Startup Culture”
The term “startup culture” is often thrown around in the business world, conjuring images of casual dress codes, open office spaces, and a relentless drive for innovation. However, after delving into the operations of various startups, like Freetrade, it becomes evident that there isn’t a one-size-fits-all “startup culture.” Instead, the culture of a startup is…
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The Future of Consulting: How Clarasys is Redefining the Game
In the ever-evolving business world, it’s not uncommon to come across companies claiming to be ‘innovative’ or ‘disruptive.’ However, occasionally, you stumble upon a gem that embodies these terms. One such company is Clarasys, a consulting firm that has taken a bold leap from its traditional roots to become a beacon of innovation. The Journey…
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Introducing the Positivity List!
Ever found yourself trapped in a loop of negative thoughts, especially under pressure? We’ve got a simple yet powerful solution for you: The Positivity List. 📝 What’s it about?It’s an index card (physical or virtual) where you jot down 8 topics that bring you joy. It could be memories, upcoming events, or even imaginative scenarios.…
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Practice Spotlight: Be Impeccable with Your Words
Ever noticed how your words can shape your actions and influence others? 🤔 In our book, “I am a Software Engineer and I am in Charge”, we delve into this concept with our first practice: Be Impeccable with Your Words. This practice is all about harnessing the power of your words to drive truth and…
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A Meeting Across Continents
The Story Behind “I am a Software Engineer and I am in Charge” In the heart of Paris, a city known for its rich history and culture, we, Alexis Monville and Michael Doyle, finally met in person after months of remote collaboration. The occasion? The launch of our book, “I am a Software Engineer and…
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Radical Product Thinking: A conversation with Radhika Dutt
For this episode of Le Podcast on Emerging Leadership, I recently had the privilege to sit down with Radhika Dutt, the author of the revolutionary book, “Radical Product Thinking: The New Mindset for Innovating Smarter”. In our insightful conversation, Radhika shared her wisdom on the role culture plays in driving innovation. Radhika stressed the importance…
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How the Cloud Threatens Open Source and what we can do about it: A Conversation with Daniel Riek
The latest episode of the Emerging Leadership Network podcast features an interview with Daniel Riek, who works on special projects and strategy with the CTO at Red Hat. In this episode, Daniel shares his insights on the future of open source in the cloud and the key leadership skills required to succeed in this space.…
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How to Win Friends and Influence People
We all know the importance of building strong relationships and effective communication skills. Do we? One of the best resources to learn these skills is Dale Carnegie’s classic book, “How to Win Friends and Influence People.” Originally published in 1936, this book has remained popular for decades because the principles it outlines are timeless and…
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This is Season Three of Le Podcast!
Season 3 of Le Podcast on Emerging Leadership features interviews with experts on leadership and related topics. In the first episode, Jared Kleinert, the CEO, and co-founder of Offsite and the founder of Meeting of the Minds, discusses the importance of meeting in person in the future of work, the process and considerations for organizing…
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