Communication

Your guide to clearer communication techniques

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How to build consensus when dealing with detractors

The art of persuasion.
- Maxime Najim

How (and how not) to disagree with your manager

Is it easier to just fall in line?
- Camille Fournier
Managing up is not doing your boss’s job for them

But it is still important.
- Fiona Siseman
- Alia Rose Connor

Make it count; A no-nonsense guide to engineering metrics for the busy leader

Gain practical insights on engineering metrics that help busy leaders prioritize effectively, address delivery challenges, and measure team performance to maximize impact and productivity.

Editor’s picks

A tech lead’s guide to effective communication

Tips for improving your communication skills as a tech lead

Addy Osmani

How to communicate a decision you disagree with

Lena Reinhard

Using rhetorical situations to improve internal communication

Kristen Foster-Marks

How to communicate effectively as an IC

How can ICs communicate the same piece of information effectively to different audiences?

Five essential tips for great internal communication

Jason Lengstorf

November 5, 2025

A unique one-day event for Heads, Directors, VPs and CTOs exploring core leadership challenges.

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Essential reading

Writing matters: How to improve your written communication skills

Mastering the art of writing as an engineering leader

Sarah Drasner

How to have difficult conversations

Angela Riggs

Communicating quickly, effectively, and inclusively

Michael Tempest

On our Communication playlist

Influential storytelling

Brianna McCullough talks about how to structure compelling stories that lead to alignment, buy-in and most importantly belief from our stakeholders, partners, and more importantly our teams.

Conference

How to complain positively

Josh Goldberg, a serial complainer with a catchy smile, will walk you through the steps he takes to make sure his complaining is heard and felt without causing pain.

Conference