A bi-weekly newsletter on managing up, executive communication, and standing out as a high-performer. Written by an a16z-backed founder. Click to read Wes Kao's Newsletter, a Substack publication with tens of thousands of subscribers.| newsletter.weskao.com
And they fear giving feedback.| Harvard Business Review
Most people suck at asking for things. Here's an easy framework for how to ask (and get a yes).| newsletter.weskao.com
"Ninety minutes of your time can enhance the quality of your subordinate's work for two weeks, or for some eighty-plus hours." - Andy Grove, CEO of Intel| newsletter.weskao.com
When you're sharing complex ideas or writing long memos, use signposting to guide your reader. Use this for internal memos and external customer-facing messaging.| newsletter.weskao.com
For every team that says “this is as good as it’s going to get,” there’s a doppelgänger team out there who refuses to settle. They are pushing & they will eat your lunch-unless you raise your bar.| newsletter.weskao.com
Aim for one goal: behavior change. Sweet, sweet behavior change. Everything else you might want to say? Keep it to yourself.| newsletter.weskao.com
Do what's best for the business, act like your reputation is on the line, and more| newsletter.weskao.com
The best managers teach their team how to think strategically. Here's how to a build culture of good decision-making and thoughtful debate.| newsletter.weskao.com
When your boss loves you, you have options. Here's how to help your manager get what they need, so you get what you want.| newsletter.weskao.com
