Category: I am in Charge
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What Motivates You?
👋 Hey there, Software Engineers and Team Leaders!Ever wondered what truly motivates you or your team members? Understanding motivation is key to increasing your impact and satisfaction at work. That’s why I want to introduce you to a game-changing practice from my latest book, “I am a Software Engineer and I am in Charge,” co-authored…
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Unlock the Power of Nonviolent Communication
In a world where misunderstandings can escalate quickly, mastering the art of Nonviolent Communication can be a game-changer. Created by Marshall Rosenberg, this practice is all about fostering compassion, empathy, and genuine understanding in our interactions. How it works: For instance, instead of reacting aggressively in a heated meeting, imagine saying:“When I hear comments about…
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A Journey of Transformation Begins with a Single Step (or Experiment!)
🚀 A Journey of Transformation Begins with a Single Step (or Experiment!) 🚀 Over the past few weeks, I’ve shared three powerful experiments from our book “I am a Software Engineer and I am in Charge”: These experiments are designed to empower, inspire, and transform how you approach challenges and opportunities in your professional journey.…
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Discover the Power of the Five Minute Journal!
In our fast-paced world, taking a few moments to reflect can make a world of difference. Introducing the Five Minute Journal, a transformative practice that can elevate your daily life. Why it’s a game-changer:🌟 Increases happiness🌟 Strengthens relationships🌟 Boosts optimism How it works:🌞 Morning Routine: 🌜 Night Routine: This practice isn’t just about journaling—it’s about…
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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 Nonviolent Communication
What is it? Marshall Rosenberg created Nonviolent Communication to help improve the quality of our relationships by transforming existing patterns of defensiveness and aggressiveness into compassion and empathy. The Nonviolent Communication model has four components and two parts. The four components are: The two parts are: The outline of the model goes like this: When…
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The Five Minute Journal
What is it? The Five Minute Journal is a journal created by Alex Ikonn and UJ Ramdas. The book is a best seller with more than 500,000 copies sold. The book gives a format for you to create a gratitude journal. Why use it? Sticking to the practice and creating the habit of continuing it…
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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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The Positivity List
What is it? The Positivity List is an index card on which you write down 8 topics you enjoy thinking about. The index card can be made of paper that you can keep near you or virtual notes stored on your phone or computer. Why use it? Research on positive thinking demonstrated that thinking of…
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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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Be Impeccable with Your Words
What is it? Be Impeccable with Your Words is a practice to uncover the power of your words on yourself and others. Why use it? Changing the way you speak or the way you think is not difficult but you need to invest a deliberate amount of energy to make it happen. Once you catch…
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Aesop’s Fables in an enterprise setting
His words piqued our interest so we reached out to Ranjith to learn more about what he’s up to and how the book helped him. Here’s what he had to say.