Soft Skills Engineering

Episode 466: Bad performance review and moving in to the caves

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Jun 23, 2025
The hosts tackle the emotional rollercoaster of receiving a negative performance review and the dilemma of accepting a new job offer. They discuss the importance of personal growth and rebuilding a reputation while balancing professional relationships. Listeners hear anecdotes that emphasize focusing on long-term career goals over temporary setbacks. Additionally, the conversation touches on the challenges of recognizing unsung engineering heroes and the art of using metaphors to simplify complex concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
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ANECDOTE

Hugo's Performance Turnaround Story

  • Hugo had a 'does not meet expectations' review but worked hard and improved significantly.
  • Despite a good new job offer, Hugo hesitates to leave before gaining coworkers' positive recognition.
ADVICE

Prioritize Job Choice Over Reputation

  • Focus on which job you want to work at long-term rather than fleeting concerns about leaving on a high note.
  • It's better to take a better offer than stay just to improve your image with coworkers.
ADVICE

Negotiate Delayed Start Date

  • If you want to delay a new job start, ask politely to extend your start date to finish current projects.
  • It's best to be honest about wanting to leave but wishing to finish on a positive note.
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