Tokyo Tech Lead

Vision Is the Most Underrated Skill in Engineering

And you should have it.

24 mins ago • 

Adler Hsieh

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Training Your Brain for Senior Thinking

You don't become a senior dev overnight. You become one through practice.

Nov 5 • 

Adler Hsieh

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The 3 Mindset Shifts That Separate Mid-Level and Senior Engineers

To distinguish yourself from mid-level engineers.

Nov 2 • 

Adler Hsieh

9

October 2025

What Keeps You “Not Quite Senior Yet”

and we've all been there

Oct 24 • 

Adler Hsieh

8

So I Got Scammed (Kind Of)

Not breaking the bank, but it did give me a wake-up call.

Oct 20 • 

Adler Hsieh

12

2

Cutting Down Meeting Time like a Pro

It feels good to free up your calendar

Oct 18 • 

Adler Hsieh

3

2

I Stopped Writing for a While

And it helps me get back on track

Oct 15 • 

Adler Hsieh

13

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July 2025

Stop Negotiating Capacity

Overcommitment is one of the most toxic bad habits a team can pick up. Here's how it happens and a better way forward.

Jul 21 • 

Adler Hsieh

 and 

Christine Miao

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You Don’t Always Need 1-on-1s (And That’s OK)

You don’t need weekly 1-on-1s. Use them intentionally for career growth—handle updates elsewhere. Work smarter, not harder.

Jul 6 • 

Adler Hsieh

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7

June 2025

Choosing the Right Battle Matters ⚔️

It helps engineering leaders achieve more.

Jun 15 • 

Adler Hsieh

13

May 2025

I’m Opening Up 1:1 Career Coaching for Tech Professionals 🎉

It's a trial session. Only 3 spots available.

May 31 • 

Adler Hsieh

20

4

Here's My Take of Tech Working Culture in Tokyo

Also busting some major myths and stereotypes

May 5 • 

Adler Hsieh

14

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