A Playbook for Leaders

The first time you manage someone, it feels exciting - and overwhelming. The challenges show up quickly, often in ways you never expected. Suddenly, you see your old bosses in a new light, and realize there’s no universal playbook for leadership.

This is that playbook.

I write a continuing series on leadership, management, and the future of work - created for managers in fast-changing, high-growth environments. Unlike generic management advice, Tim’s Playbook blends my experience as a tech leader with insights from a global network of people leaders.

Whether you’re a first-time manager, a seasoned leader, or an executive, you’ll find advice that’s practical, actionable, and easy to put into practice.

What You’ll Get

Tools You Can Use Right Away

Stay ahead with techniques managers around the world are using to support their teams.

  • Effective 1-on-1s - conversations that build trust and accountability

  • Team meetings that matter - fewer, better, more energizing meetings

  • Difficult feedback - delivered with clarity and care

  • …and more

Clarity on Complex Topics

As your role expands, the questions don’t get simpler — they get harder. I’ll help you navigate the gray areas of leadership with grounded, practical guidance on:

  • Performance management

  • Compensation and rewards

  • Hiring and onboarding

  • Managing exits with care

  • Leading remote teams

Why Subscribe?

Leadership doesn’t come with an instruction manual - but it should.

Tim’s Playbook gives you the frameworks, tools, and confidence I wish I had when I first became a manager. Subscribe to learn faster, avoid common pitfalls, and lead with clarity.

One-on-One Coaching

Alongside writing, I coach a small number of leaders each year. Availability is limited, but if I don’t have room - or if I’m not the right fit - I’ll gladly recommend trusted coaches and point you in the right direction.

Get in touch here.

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