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Why I Started Besides Code (And How I Can Help You Lead and Grow)
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Mar 16, 2025
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David Weiss
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The 4 Lessons That Changed My Year
What stepping back taught me about work and life
Dec 20, 2025
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David Weiss
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How I Broke Production (and What I Learned)
How to stop relying on luck and start building with clarity
Aug 7, 2025
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David Weiss
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Alex Lau
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What to Do When the Job Isn’t What You Expected
A guide to dealing with surprises in code, culture, and career
Jun 21, 2025
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David Weiss
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How to Create Your First Video
Tips for getting on camera without the hassle
Jun 4, 2025
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David Weiss
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Sara Berry
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The Two-Track Strategy: Balancing Employment and Entrepreneurship
A recording from David's live video
May 10, 2025
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David Weiss
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Carrie Loranger
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Lack of Control Is Inevitable. Lack of Power Isn’t
Control is a myth
Apr 18, 2025
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David Weiss
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Colette Molteni
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The Courage to Be Vulnerable in Tech as a Career Switcher
Embracing vulnerability early in your tech career
Apr 9, 2025
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David Weiss
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Doina Leovchin
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Beyond Tech Job Titles: How to Identify Leadership Roles That Actually Fit
3 ways to lead in tech—find the path that fits you best
Mar 26, 2025
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David Weiss
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Gábor Till
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Balancing Work, Family, and Side Projects: Is It Even Possible?
Yes, and Here’s How
Mar 19, 2025
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David Weiss
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Brittany Funk
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My First Substack Live!
Watch now (40 mins) | A recording from my first live
Mar 9, 2025
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David Weiss
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The One Tip to Faster Promotions That No One Is Telling You
Why Taking Ownership of Your Growth Is the Key to Advancing Your Career
Mar 6, 2025
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David Weiss
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Gilad Naor
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3 Habits That Helped Me Recover From Burnout and Stay Motivated
Simple, effective ways to rebuild routines and keep going when it gets tough
Feb 19, 2025
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David Weiss
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Mindi Weik
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Beyond Code: The Skills That Make Tech Leaders
The Work That Turns Engineers Into Leaders
Feb 12, 2025
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David Weiss
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My Journey Beyond the 9-5: Why I Started My Business
Finding fulfillment, flexibility, and freedom in my work
Jan 31, 2025
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David Weiss
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The 1 Career Secret Nobody Tells You: It’s Okay to Not Know
How to Navigate Your Career When the Path Isn’t Clear
Jan 23, 2025
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David Weiss
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