Archive - Tokyo Tech Lead

The Mistakes That Made Me a Low-Performing Leader (and How You Can Avoid Them)

I never expected myself to be fired under any condition.

Dec 23 •

Smart Questions = Fast Answers: Asking for Help with Efficiency

Software Engineer's guide to ask questions effectively, and avoid being ghosted by colleagues :P

Dec 16 •

4 Ways to Show Ownership as a Software Engineer (And 3 Anti-Patterns to Avoid)

What does "ownership" mean in Software Engineering? Examples & anti-patterns

Dec 9 •

Problem-Solving Like a Senior Dev

Real-world problem-solving examples, common pitfalls, and how you can improve this skill

Dec 3 •

November 2024

This is How I Pick Engineering Metrics

Good metrics drive the team culture and success

Nov 25 •

7 Signs You're Underperforming as an Engineer

Including practical key indicators and action items

Nov 19 •

8 Slack Tips Every Tech Team Should Know in 2025

Here are some tips that every tech team should know:

Nov 10 •

Making Better Decisions with AI as Engineering Managers: A Prompt Guide

We've all been there as Engineering Managers: facing a complex issue that does not have a straightforward answer. We apply our past experience but are…

Nov 5 •

October 2024

The Complete Team Checklist 📋: A Guide for Technical Leaders

Use this team checklist template to speed up your onboarding process, whether you're new to a team, or just step up as a leader in your existing team!

Oct 27 •

Effectively Onboarding Software Engineer Contractors: A Smooth Start

Bringing software engineer contractors onto the team is a great way to speed up project development.

Oct 21 •

Mastering Engineering Manager Interviews: The 6 Resources I Use to Land My EM Jobs

Are you ready to take the next step in your career as a software engineering manager? Facing an interview for this role can feel intimidating, but…

Oct 6 •

March 2024

Working at Merpay / Mercari: My Honest Review as a Software Engineer in Japan

In 2019, I joined Merpay, a part of the Mercari Group, in Japan.

Mar 19 •

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