Lead Up - The Podcast For Leaders in Tech

Data-Driven Delusion: Are You Truly Measuring What Counts?

"What gets measured, gets managed”, said Peter Drucker. But wait a minute, is that really true? Honestly, I don’t think it’s that simple! In a world where companies collect and process petabytes of data every single day, the question becomes: are you truly measuring what counts? Are you sure your KPIs are accurate and actionable? Well, let’s find out! -- I write a weekly newsletter where I share actionable insights on engineering management, productivity, career growth, technology, and AI. If you want to get it straight to your inbox, sign up at ⁠⁠⁠mondaymuse.substack.com⁠⁠⁠ [http://mondaymuse.substack.com/]. If you want to know how I can support you, head to ⁠⁠⁠fusco.studio⁠⁠⁠ [http://fusco.studio/].

Why We Fail at Achieving Our Goals: Setting Goals Is Not Enough!

Humans struggle to function well without something to do or something to aim for. We need to engage in something. We nee a target, a goal, something to look forward to. OK. But if goals are so important for a well-functioning human being, why do we all struggle with achieving them? Why do the majority of us inevitably fall short of accomplishing most of them? That's what we will discuss in this episode. Let's jump in! -- I write a weekly newsletter where I share actionable insights on engineering management, productivity, career growth, technology, and AI. If you want to get it straight to your inbox, sign up at ⁠⁠mondaymuse.substack.com⁠⁠ [http://mondaymuse.substack.com/]. If you want to know how I can support you, head to ⁠⁠fusco.studio⁠⁠ [http://fusco.studio/].

Passion & Burnout: Why Doing What You Love Will Not Save You!

"Find What You Love and You'll Never Work a Single Day in Your Life" — But is it really true? Honestly? I don’t think so! Quite the opposite, really! Actually, it's passionate people who are more prone to burnout. And the reason is simple: they care way too much! In this episode, I’ll share with you a few practical tips on how to identify and prevent burnout. -- I write a weekly newsletter where I share actionable insights on engineering management, productivity, career growth, technology, and AI. If you want to get it straight to your inbox, sign up at ⁠mondaymuse.substack.com⁠ [http://mondaymuse.substack.com/]. If you want to know how I can support you, head to ⁠fusco.studio⁠ [http://fusco.studio/].

Middle Management Madness: Practical Tips on How to Survive and Thrive in the Role

Caught between a results-driven boss and a team prioritizing work-life balance? Welcome to the life of a middle manager In this episode, I’ll share a few simple tips that have helped me not just survive, but actually thrive in this role. -- I write a weekly newsletter where I share actionable insights on engineering management, productivity, career growth, technology, and AI. If you want to get it straight to your inbox, sign up at mondaymuse.substack.com [http://mondaymuse.substack.com/]. If you want to know how I can support you, head to fusco.studio [http://fusco.studio/].