Remote work isn't just about where you work, but how you work. These async communications principles and accompanying maturity model can help you and your team become more focused, efficient, and fulfilled.

Employee engagement isn’t a mere business buzzword catchphrase that was popular 10 years ago, but the lifeblood of organizational success. Engaged and inspired employees drive exceptional products, delighted customers, and, ultimately, shareholder value. This post explores some key ways to create workplaces where everyone thrives.

This is a story about how two simple chairs – one wheeled up by a supportive manager, and another with a director's name plate – shaped my approach to management. In the end, leadership isn't about titles; it's about creating spaces for others to thrive and empowering them to soar.

Sudden and unexpected change can be disruptive and cause anxiety, fear, and frustration in the workplace. This response can slow down decision-making and create unnecessary tension and resistance. By communicating early and often, involving stakeholders in the decision-making process, listening to feedback, and being open to iteration, organizations can mitigate the pufferfish effect and more successfully manage change.

Discover the magic of working at GitHub through the eyes of a first-year employee. From working openly and experimenting with new technologies, to finding joy in tinkering and solving problems, this personal reflection offers a glimpse into the unique and rewarding experience of being a Hubber.

Learn more about how we use GitHub to build GitHub, how we turned our guiding communications principles into prescriptive practices to manage our internal communications signal-to-noise ratio, and how you can contribute to the ongoing conversation.