CategoryPrinciple 6: Communication

Principle 6: Communication & Collaboration

2 months ago

Conflict Resolution: Best Practical Skills To Master the Art

By Joe Khoury
3 Min Read
12January

Conflict is inevitable because no two people see the world in the same way. This stems from the Theory of Mind (ToM)—the ability to understand that others have thoughts, feelings, and perspectives different from your own. While it’s a hallmark of human intelligence, it’s also the reason for misunderstandings and disagreements, making conflict resolution an essential skill for leaders...

October 26, 2023

7 easy ways product and engineering collaboration can be amazing

By Joe Khoury
8 Min Read
26October

As Software Engineering Managers Through Leadership, our full-time job at a high level is learning about and understanding every single member of our team: their strength, weaknesses, and personality. And then coach them to improve their weaknesses, help them leverage their strengths, and shield them from the unnecessary stress from upstream politics. This approach will pave the way for each...

March 21, 2023

3 Relationship Building Skills from “How to Win Friends and Influence People” for Better Communication and Leadership

By Joe Khoury
6 Min Read
21March

A few days ago, I was listening to a Tim Ferriss podcast with CEO Coach Matt Mochary. A couple of things caught my attention: Matt’s smooth approach to communication and his intense and genuine interest in Tim’s story. I believe his listening skill was a significant factor in being able to help coach Tim through his situation. Tim was discussing his five-year relationship that had just ended. His...