Ali R. Tariq  🍁

I haven't done much creative writing in a long while but reading this summary of how to do it is making me want to dive back in. Great pointers.https://twitter.com/Zainab_Mirza/status/1420860243517509643 …

If you're at all looking to level up your design skills in Figma, look no further. This is gonna be https://twitter.com/Ridderingand/status/1429539843223216144 …

That’s awesome! Makes a big difference to split the week into two. Also the lunch specials

A relatively easy but overlooked way to decompress and spoil yourself: Take Wednesday off. And then do something you wouldn’t normally do. Spas are generally not busy mid-week. Same with brunch at that nice place that always has a line on weekends. Take next Wednesday off.

Late night thoughts: So much of the most important things in life are caught in between contradictions. e.g. - be patient vs be swift - be in the now vs plan ahead - money in hand vs compound your savings - be the best at what you do vs fake it till you make it Anything else?

Truth.https://twitter.com/DannPetty/status/1426215505984200707 …

Are there other general types of people you think should be included? Let me know below! Genuinely curious to hear more.

Cautionary note: I recognize this can be very reductionist. I don't want to claim that compartmentalizing people is easy or necessary. But for me, it's helped me think about my own journey in my career. Please take it with ample salt

Most likely, we will all slip into and out of these roles throughout our careers. Make sure you recognize your drivers and motivations and those of the folks around you. By doing so, we can be kinder to ourselves and the people we work with.

3/ Support-driven This type find fulfillment when serving others and helping them grow. Typically called "mentors" or "cheerleaders". When experienced in a subject, they want to "give back". If you're managing them, involve them in hiring/mentoring/community activities.

2/ Intellect-driven These love geeking out on processes and ideas. Typically called "thinkers", "cerebral" or "visionary". They can build influence and a strategic place at the table. When managing them, make sure they are paired with doers + give them time AND deadlines!

1/ Craft-driven Focused on gaining technical skills. Typically called "builders" or "doers". Early in your career, this is likely what you should care most about. If you manage this person, give them clear goals, technical challenges, dev opportunities, and lots of feedback!

There are 3 types of driven people you'll meet in your career: 1/ Those who pursue growth in their craft 2/ Those who pursue growth in their intellect 3/ Those who pursue growth in others And you can be any combination of them. Here's how to identify the types and why

TL;DR - Know your product - Know your people - Know your market - Know your customer - Know your business Anything else you'd like to add? Add them here!

5/ Get to know your company. Devour the marketing docs your company has created, i.e landing page, webinars, blog posts. This will help you understand how the business has been positioning itself and what it considers most important.