Álvaro Lorente

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Head of Software @Holaluzcom, trying to create a better future for everyone. Looking to share ideas, knowledge & code. Before: @Thoughtworks @ClimatePartner
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Are you truly providing feedback or just sharing your opinion?

Feedback is often seen as a gift, but are we really providing it effectively? True feedback should be non-evaluative, supportive, timely, and specific. However, our personal biases often creep in, turning feedback into mere opinions or judgments.

To ensure feedback remains genuine, we must prioritize the recipient's feelings and growth. This approach fosters a safer environment for
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learning and improvement.

How do you ensure your feedback is unbiased and constructive? 🤔💬

#Feedback #GrowthMindset #Leadership #Engineering

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Do you understand the true definition of feedback?

Feedback occurs when outputs of a system are routed back as inputs, forming a loop. In human interactions, corrective feedback involves providing non-evaluative, supportive, timely, and specific information to help others improve.

However, complexity arises when multiple parties are involved, leading to a feedback system that can introduce bias and prejudice.

How do you navigate the
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complexities of providing feedback? 🔄🛠️

#Feedback #SystemsThinking #EngineeringLeadership #Productivity

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support for your team or company?, send me a DM.
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Are you leveraging platform teams to simplify complex infrastructure?

Infrastructure teams often operate complex systems, which can be challenging and resource-intensive. However, platform teams abstract this complexity, providing streamlined tools and support that make managing infrastructure more efficient and accessible.

By centralizing infrastructure management and offering self-service platforms, platform teams empower stream-aligned teams
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to focus on delivering value without getting bogged down by technical intricacies. This approach enhances productivity and fosters innovation.

How has your organization benefited from platform teams? 💡

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#PlatformTeams #Efficiency #TechInnovation #EngineeringLeadership

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Are you aware of the key benefits a platform team can bring as a service provider?

Efficiency is a major advantage. By centralizing infrastructure management, tooling, and support, the platform team reduces redundancy and improves operational efficiency. This allows stream-aligned teams to focus on delivering value to customers without worrying about underlying infrastructure.

Consistency is another benefit. Standardized tools and processes
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ensure uniformity across the organization, making it easier to manage and scale applications. This consistency simplifies operations and enhances productivity.

Reliability is crucial. A dedicated platform team ensures that the infrastructure is reliable and secure, minimizing downtime and enhancing the overall stability of applications. This reliability boosts confidence in the system and supports continuous improvement.

How has your
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organization benefited from having a platform team as a service provider? 💡

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#PlatformTeams #Efficiency #Consistency #Reliability #TechLeadership

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