Cole

Jan 30, 2026 - Apr 15, 2026

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Directed output-based management approach for underperforming engineers

Directed Chris Wolford to shift from activity-based to output-based management for engineers Kyle, Thomas, and Cole. Set ambitious goals (2x output), measure only results, give underperformers a short window (2 weeks) to meet targets, and replace them if they miss. Guaranteed headcount back for every open chair for the next 6 months.

Jan 30

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Proactive Talent Pipeline Investment

Invest in building leadership bench and talent relationships before there is an urgent need. Use proven relationships from past experience to create optionality.

93 occurrences87% success

Accountability Follow-Through

When you issue a warning or mandate with stated consequences, you follow through. Warnings are not threats - they are commitments. The credibility of future accountability depends on following through now.

91 occurrences86% success

Three-Lever Talent Management

When pursuing a velocity or performance mandate, simultaneously operate on all three talent levers — upgrade (hire better), retain (protect key people), and exit (remove blockers) — rather than sequentially. This creates compounding momentum: exits free capacity for upgrades, retention preserves institutional knowledge during transitions, and upgrades raise the performance bar that justifies further exits.

51 occurrences0% success