This is one of those pieces where every principle feels earned, not theorized. What stood out most to me is how consistently everything points back to truth over theater- real users over internal consensus, proof of work over credentials, builders over titles. It’s refreshing to see speed and humility framed not as hustle, but as respect for reality. This reads less like “how big tech should work” and more like how good craft actually happens.
This is one of those pieces where every principle feels earned, not theorized. What stood out most to me is how consistently everything points back to truth over theater- real users over internal consensus, proof of work over credentials, builders over titles. It’s refreshing to see speed and humility framed not as hustle, but as respect for reality. This reads less like “how big tech should work” and more like how good craft actually happens.
Really great list. I am struck by how much it translates to my former career in an architectural firm.
Great read! As a PMM interested in learning the PM side too, I loved the practical lessons.
Very well said! Loved the last one - Aim to replace yourself.