He Thought Product Management Was The Answer...
Healthy Developer
Ever thought about stepping into product management—just to try something totally different from engineering? Want expert guidance to grow? . That’s exactly where Monte found himself. After years in dev and even engineering leadership, he made a move he thought would lead to more ownership and product vision. But once he was in the role… something felt off. In this coaching session, we unpack what actually happens when you chase product titles inside companies—and why the version you’re offered often isn’t what you imagined. Monte thought he was stepping forward. Instead, he...
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You Were Right About Healthy Developer
Healthy Developer
You ever notice how sometimes the people around you see what’s really going on before you do? That’s what happened with this channel. I tried to go broad, help everyone in tech, chase what the “experts” and the algorithm said people wanted—but you knew better. You told me what made this channel special wasn’t the hype or some generic success formula. It was the real talk. The raw stories. The focus on staying healthy, sane, and actually living your life while you write code in an industry that rarely cares about either. In this episode, I’m owning up to where I lost the...
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Helping a Dev Manager Fix Team Culture
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In this real coaching session, I talk with John, a developer-turned-manager, who’s navigating the messy middle of leadership. He’s caught between two teams, two continents, and shifting expectations. Sound familiar? We dig into: The difference between managing people and leading culture Why growth-stage teams break without intentional leadership How to lead without authority (especially when others outrank you) The startup → scale-up trap most companies fall into Ways to influence product direction by fixing culture first This is one of the most honest, practical coaching...
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Helping a Dev Double Down on Creativity
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Ever feel like tech work has turned you into a robot? Just crank out code, stay in your lane, and don’t ask too many questions? Yeah—same. → In this real, unfiltered coaching session, I work with Charlie—a creative technologist who’s been wrestling with how to bring *real* artistry back into his work. After running his own 3D animation business and helping other creatives thrive, he’s now stuck between paying the bills with soul-draining contracts... and figuring out how to build a career where he actually gets to make things that matter. We talk about time management, identity,...
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Helping a Dev Rediscover His Entrepreneurial Drive
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Today, I’m sharing a real conversation I had with Matt—an experienced developer who’s been wrestling with where to take his career next. If you’ve ever felt like you’re stuck doing the same thing over and over, or like your potential is being wasted, this episode is for you. → Matt’s been on a journey to figure out what he truly wants, beyond just writing code. We dug into some deep topics—like whether he’s truly competitive, how to test his business idea, and finding clarity between stability and ambition. It’s a powerful session where Matt starts to rediscover his...
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5 Signs You Shoulda Quit the Tech Grind YEARS Ago
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Get your tech career unstuck here: Ever feel like you're living in the tech job twilight zone? One minute you’re daydreaming about quitting, selling everything, and disappearing into the mountains. The next? You’re convincing yourself, “Eh… it’s not that bad.” Yeah—I’ve been there. For years. I spent nearly a decade gaslighting myself out of leaving corporate life, ignoring burnout, and pretending I was just “in a rough patch.” But after coaching over 120 devs since going solo, I’ve learned this: most of us know we’re done. We’re just too skilled at lying to...
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Helping a Dev Manager Focus on Action—Not Fear
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Ever feel stuck in analysis paralysis, trying to figure out if you should go solo or stick with a stable tech job? In this live coaching session, I help Ben—a seasoned engineering manager and Agile coach—shift his focus away from fear and toward action. → We break down: Why even a stable tech job can still feel uncertain How fear of the unknown keeps devs stuck—and how to move past it The real way to test your next move without risking everything How to balance financial security with the drive for independence If you’re a developer, tech lead, or engineering manager who’s...
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Loving Money Makes You a Perfect Programmer Slave
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Most people get into software development for the money—and hey, I get it. The tech industry can be insanely lucrative. But if your end goal is to break free from the corporate grind and work for yourself, could a high income actually be holding you back? Grow Faster in Your Tech Career: Join the Thriving Tech Community: In this episode, I dive into my own career stories—when money was a good motivator, and when it turned me into a "perfect programmer slave." I’ve seen it all—from promotions I didn’t even care about to chasing startup dollars and, finally, finding freedom through...
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Programmer Employees Don't Have a Career Anymore
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The days of stable employment in tech jobs as a career is over. I don't say this to scare you, but so you take some action to be less dependent on companies that couldn't care less about you! Grow Faster in Your Tech Career: Join the Thriving Tech Community: In this episode, I share some of the latest developments in my time coaching over 120 software professionals. One of the biggest things I've learned, is that practically everyone is miserable. This year I have some exciting new announcements to make though - I'll be helping you escape the corporate grind! You CAN have a career in tech,...
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Stop Solving Problems for Your Development Team!
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Are you helping or holding your team back? In this episode, I explore why sharing technical answers with your development team might not be the best way to help them grow. Instead, learn how to use resourceful questions to empower your team members to think critically, solve problems independently, and build long-term confidence. This coaching strategy is rooted in co-active coaching principles and can transform how you mentor junior developers or lead your software team. Grow Faster in Your Tech Career: Join the Thriving Tech Community: As a tech lead, manager, or mentor, it’s natural to...
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Want expert guidance to grow? Apply for 1-on-1 tech career coaching with me.
That’s exactly where Monte found himself. After years in dev and even engineering leadership, he made a move he thought would lead to more ownership and product vision. But once he was in the role… something felt off.
In this coaching session, we unpack what actually happens when you chase product titles inside companies—and why the version you’re offered often isn’t what you imagined. Monte thought he was stepping forward. Instead, he realized he was just managing user stories and process artifacts.
If you’ve ever wondered, “Is this really what the role is supposed to be?”—you’re not alone.
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