Evil Management
Learn the tricks Evil managers use to get their way. Choose the Dark Side! Read more ...
What do managers actually do?
As an engineer, you may wonder what on earth managers do all day besides take long lunches and learn to play golf. Read more ...
Incentive Schemes
Everyone does what they do for a reason. Sometimes, you can set incentives to get the type of behaviour you want. Read more ...
Management Buzzwords
Ever wondered why those MBA types use buzzwords all the time? Should you beat them or join them? Read more ...
Management BuzzwordsAs engineers, we probably hate management buzzwords, and with good reason. Why is that? Firstly, be aware that because we're engineers, and probably nerds, we love using our own little languages. Keep reading |
Evil ManagementIf you've decided to work in business, your first instinct is probably to work in a company that you know the name of. Because a lot of others think the same way, you'll find that... Keep reading |
Incentive SchemesIncentives aren't just pay. Incentives are about giving people a reward in exchange for getting them to do something. Different people want different things, so we need to be able to provide different rewards depending... Keep reading |
Understanding Your BiasesAs scientists, we value truth and accuracy. As a manager, the tool you're using to measure is you yourself - and we all have inherent biases that will throw off your readings. The good news... Keep reading |
Am I the boss now?The bad news is that until you invent an efficient cold fusion process, you're going to be reporting to SOMEone. Even if you're the Big Boss, you're still going to have a board of directors... Keep reading |
Choosing A CultureIs cultural diversity all it's cracked up to be? It sounds like a good idea, but so did A-line flares. It turns out that there are some advantages and some tradeoffs to be made.... Keep reading |
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