Dunning-Kruger Effect – Cognitive Bias Causing Poor Estimation of True Competence

Have you ever witnessed a colleague confidently present, only to realize they’re missing key insights? This scenario is a classic example of the Dunning-Kruger effect. This cognitive bias reveals a paradox: individuals with limited knowledge in an area often overestimate their competence, while true experts often underestimate theirs. In the workplace, this can lead to … Continue reading "Dunning-Kruger Effect – Cognitive Bias Causing Poor Estimation of True Competence"

Level Five Leadership – What separates good leaders from truly great ones

What separates good leaders from truly great ones? In “Good to Great”, Jim Collins shares the concept of Level Five Leadership, which really resonates with me. It’s not just a title; it’s a transformative approach that I continuously strive to embody in my professional journey. Level Five Leadership stands at the pinnacle of executive capabilities, … Continue reading "Level Five Leadership – What separates good leaders from truly great ones"

Platform Engineering – The Next Progression In Modern App/Infra Delivery

Platform engineering is in fact, an evolution of infrastructure delivery… built upon core philosophies that underpin DevOps…. it is simply the next progression in delivering modern application infrastructure. Components of platform engineering:1. Automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC)2. Containerization and orchestration3. Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)4. Monitoring and observability Benefits of platform engineering:1. More … Continue reading "Platform Engineering – The Next Progression In Modern App/Infra Delivery"

When everything is urgent, nothing is truly urgent!

Don’t let urgent asks drown out the most important work Constant Urgency Hampers Efficiency–> The modern digital workspace often feels like everything is a top priority, leading to loss of focus and genuine urgency. The Emotional Side of Urgency–> Often, the label of “urgent” is more about seeking attention than actual importance. Introducing the Important/Urgent … Continue reading "When everything is urgent, nothing is truly urgent!"

Enterprise Technology: Moving from Cloud First to a Focus on being Cloud Smart

Not every application is meant for the cloud, especially many legacy apps that simply are not going away or being refactored anytime soon. Enterprises need to make optimal use of their on-prem infrastructure at the same time they leverage the benefits of public cloud. Key Points to consider:–> The Cloud Smart Approach is replacing the … Continue reading "Enterprise Technology: Moving from Cloud First to a Focus on being Cloud Smart"

💥 Are you a master of efficiency or an architect of change?

In today’s fast-paced business environment, two distinct but equally vital roles have emerged: Optimizers vs Regenerators. Understanding these roles is not just a matter of strategy; it’s a key to thriving in a competitive landscape. ⚙️ Optimizers: The unsung heroes of incremental progress. These individuals excel in fine-tuning systems, maximizing efficiencies, and enhancing what already … Continue reading "💥 Are you a master of efficiency or an architect of change?"