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On leading
People first, execution obsessed. Essays from two decades of leading Marines, engineers, and technologists.
Entered Sep 23, 2026The Six BoxThe simpler talent grid many companies run in their HR systems, why they choose it, what it costs, and a translator that moves a team between it and the nine box.Entered Jul 28, 2026The Nine BoxThe talent grid I have run since 2015, written down: the two questions, the strata, the calibration rules, and a working grid you can place your own team on.Entered Jul 22, 2026Being a Leader Is a PrivilegeTake it seriously. My leadership philosophy, written down for the leaders I work with.