Product Habits - The writing framework Jeff Bezos uses

Most Behavior Change Advice Doesn't Work

This thread provides a clear explanation for why most advice about behavior change doesn't work. Underneath any person's behavior, there are five motivational systems. The first three are internal, and the last two are external. We are biased toward using external motivators in business, but the internal systems matter most. If you want to understand how to change behavior, read this. 

The First Four Years of a Startup

Four years ago, co-founders Jon Buda and Justin Jackson launched Transistor, an independent podcast hosting company. I enjoy reading honest recaps like this about the early years and how founders handle inevitable challenges like product-market fit, launches, and burn rate. This is inspiring.

Google and Facebook Hiring Freezes

One of the most frustrating things about tech downturns is the uncertainty of hiring freezes. It creates pressure for teams who need additional talent to operate well. It also makes the hiring process frustrating for job candidates. Facebook and Google announced hiring freezes for engineers, and the impact is wide-reaching. 

Engineering Management During Wartime

This article is a heartbreaking but eye-opening read about what it's like to manage a team of engineers during wartime. Ukraine-based Oleg Mykolaichenko is the Head of Infrastructure at large-scale machine learning security company SQUAD. Here's what he did to take care of his team as his country went under siege. 

Managing Multiple Projects Simultaneously

Engineer Tony Dinh manages three products totaling $18,000 in monthly revenue. For many, working on multiple products feels frenetic and distracting. But, for Tony, it's helpful and fun. Here's a breakdown of how he does it.   

Use Product Thinking To Write Better Documentation

Most documentation forms through the lens of project thinking, which is about understanding plans, expectations, and resources to deliver a specific output. But your documentation will be more helpful if you create it with a product thinking mindset instead. Product thinking shifts the focus to understanding motivations, conceiving solutions, and simulating their effects. This is a helpful explanation of the difference between both methods. 

New Integrated Email Marketing Tools for Gmail

For select Google Workspace editions, there are two new features available in Gmail that will allow you to send professional-looking emails to large audiences easily. It'll be interesting to see how teams start using these features and how they might impact email deliverability and unsubscribe rates. Would you use this?

Now Is the Perfect Time To Retool Your Hiring Process

Many companies are slowing down or freezing their hiring efforts right now, so it may not seem like tee best time to retool your hiring process. But it might be the best time to do it because, as a startup, you can seize the chance to win over talent while more prominent tech companies aren't hiring. Here's a guide for honing your company's message and standing out to top candidates.