Introduction Over the past decade, I’ve seen countless organizations and initiatives with good intentions struggle to build inclusive environments. Despite adopting DEI policies and setting ambitious quotas, many of these efforts falter because they miss the essence of what real inclusion means. Ironically, some of the most vocal critics of these well-meaning initiatives are those … Read more
As startups grow and reach the scale-up phase, they inevitably encounter the pressure to introduce “proper governance.” This often means bringing in advisory or supervisory boards to add oversight and strategic direction. While this governance is crucial for navigating the complexities of scaling, it’s also where enterprise culture starts creeping in—and if not managed carefully, … Read more
I just realised that the last time I posted anything here was 7 years ago. I also realised that this Linux instance has been running since 2015 (well, not constantly running, but the first deployment goes that far back). Since Medium (and now Substack and the likes) it has become unnecessary, even weird, to host … Read more