Want to know if you're actually listening or just waiting to talk? Try the 4 L's: Listen, Loop, Label, Lead. If you can get the other person to say "Exactly!" before you pitch your idea, you've already won. Full episode in reply.

Other key phrases that mean the same thing: "Delighting our customers" "Above and beyond" "Go the extra mile" "Standing out"

Only 2 months to go until we celebrate JavaScript in style! 🎉 3 days of talks & workshops sharing the latest trends with top speakers @tej.as @nodeland.dev @nikkitaftw.bsky.social @rich-harris.dev @addaleax.bsky.social @danielroe.dev Secure your spot: london.cityjsconf.org

no one cares about your reasons when the room is hot, tired, or checked out. instead, you communicate well when you do so with clarity and brevity: short and sweet.

Stop rambling. If you can’t summarize your thesis in one sentence, you don’t understand it well enough to teach it. Here is the template: "I believe [X] because [Y], so we should [Z]." Try it for your next meeting.

"We are a family" usually means "We expect you to work unpaid overtime." 🚩 If the vibes are off, it’s because the alignment isn't there. It’s the corporate equivalent of the "ick." Here is why you should trust your peripheral vision when evaluating a company culture.

Ever get a weird vibe from a leader but can't explain why? Your brain detects when words ("I don't care about money") don't match actions (turning a non-profit into a for-profit). Trust your gut. 🧠 We explore this in the latest episode of ConTejas on effective communication. Full ep in reply.

NEW on ConTejas Podcast: How to communicate well. I am often complimented on my public speaking skills. This episode is a deep dive on things I've studied and methods I use to deliver great talks. I hope this is helpful.

im really sorry if this feels like spam but this may be the best take ive seen about ai replacing artists (maybe including coders) and how to protect against it

putting in the reps leads to mastery. in this recent episode of the podcast, Diazno shares inspiration from how Steph Curry relentless practice led to him becoming one of the greatest @nba.com players of all time full episode links in reply

any guess what monday's episode of contejas podcast is about?

in case you’re wondering how the weather is in berlin

"Communication is not what you say, it's what they understand." This quote legitimately shook me from the ConTejas Code podcast where it immediately explained why people like my talks as much as they do: I instinctively/subconsciously make sure they understand, not just that I speak.

“f you money” just reveals a really dark heart. i have a lot of money and could technically retire today if i wanted, but no matter how much money i have, id never think/say “f you” but instead i can (and do) pump it into things to help them grow healthily.

UX is shifting with AI — gone are the days of clicking clunky boxes. Speak, create& interact. This talk @tej.as shows how #JavaScript developers’ roles are evolving, with practical steps, live demos, and AI-driven insights. Get tickets: london.cityjsconf.org/ #JavaScript#CityJSConf #ConteJAS #AIDriveNUX

This is such an incredible take on how AI is affecting (and will affect) the music industry from producer Diazno on the ConTejas Podcast: elevator music can be replaced by AI, but human experiences can't (yet?) Full episode in reply.

NEW on ConTejas Podcast: award-winning music producer Diazno on how to unlock creativity, execution, and leadership across any organization. We cover: ◆ How to get buy in ◆ AI in Music ◆ Taste vs. Talent Links to other platforms in reply.

Fitting for Sunday: on the ConTejas Code Podcast, pro athlete and @crossfit coach Isaac Akinsete opened up about his faith and how staying spiritually healthy reinforces physical and mental health. Really good to chew on over the weekend. Full episode in reply.

where are the short kings? maybe ur short because you trained too hard as a kid

How do you get a six pack? It's not really by working out, but more by eating right. Pro athlete and @crossfit coach Isaac Akinsete explains in the latest ConTejas Code podcast on engineering optimal health. Links in reply.

ai is kinda giving web3 vibes these days

🚀 @tej.as is speaking at #ReactParis 2026 Expect a live ConTejas #AI Panel Discussion you don't want to miss😉 More ℹ️ to come, meanwhile, lock in your IRL pass. 👉🏼 react.paris #conference #speaker #reactjs

On the recent ConTejas Code Podcast episode, sports scientist Isaac Akinsete and I teased out an actionable fitness protocol for desk workers that can start immediately: no gym or equipment necessary. It was really a great discussion. Full episode links in reply.

I was today years old when I found out muscles don't just grow and shrink but they also get longer and shorter. Sitting shortens them. In the recent episode of ConTejas Code, we learn how to offset some of this with @crossfit instructor and pro footballer Isaac Akinsete. Links in reply.

very thankful for this impact if you would like to be a guest, link in reply

This Thursday in Berlin, we are holding the React Universe Meetup x @zalando.com. Join us for talks by Eugene Verichev, @artus9033.bsky.social, @tej.as, and Mohit Karekar on React Native, on-device LLMs, health, and brownfield performance. There are only a few spots left. Sign up: clstk.com/4qBg77c

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So many of us become C-shaped from working on desks so much. This insight from sports scientist and @crossfit coach Isaac Akinsete on ConTejas Code explains how we can fix our back issues. Full episode links in reply.

you know you have the dream job when your manager @gethackteam.bsky.social starts a 1:1 with “i just met our mutual friend @danieljcafonso.bsky.social he’s in town” here’s the last time the 3 of us were together, at @react_india in goa ~4 years ago

NEW on ConTejas Code: How to be fit even when working at a desk most of the day with Isaac Akinsete—a professional footballer, elite athlete, @CrossFit coach, and licensed personal trainer. Links to external platforms in reply.

great take!

Do senior engineers write "worse" code? @farisaziz12.bsky.social says we might because we must serve business first instead of always trying to be technically correct. What do you think?

this is gorgeous! great work!

fitness is coming to contejas podcast this monday this dude is a pro soccer player who is actually in the fifa playstation game he will be teaching us how to get and stay fit even while working desk jobs for most of our lives

i was today years old when i learned that “fashionably late” means late enough that you allow your hosts to do last minute prep if necessary without stressing them out that you’re exactly on time but while still honoring their time

is google ok

i got a new toy yay

What are your wins this week? Great advice from @farisaziz12.bsky.social on ConTejas Code: always end with a win.

The more influential you are, the more responsibility you have to encourage those around you. @kentcdodds.com does this extremely well.

can’t wait for the ai boom to be over

tapping the sign

💥 I did a drawing that breaks down Transformers in AI Spent a good amount of time on this one, breaking down concepts in a way that someone new to the subject could come away with basic high-level understanding. I hope it's useful!

Solid breakfast @atila.io @tej.as

This is the best compliment a manager can give you according to @farisaziz12.bsky.social on the ConTejas Code podcast. (full episode on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube)

bruh this neighbor is ass… i will love my neighbor as myself i will love my neighbor as myself i will love my neighbor as myself i will love my neighbor as myself i will love my neighbor as myself i will love my neighbor as myself

This is going to be so good!!

NEW on ConTejas Code: A deep dive into DevRel. Specifically: ◆ What it is ◆ The history of DevRel ◆ Where it fits ◆ How to measure it Listen on: - Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/750m... - Apple: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/d... - YouTube: youtu.be/yYMRnwnim3s ♻️ Repost if useful.

NEW on ConTejas Code: @todepond.com on how @tldraw.com built and shipped Make Real, Computer, and creates a culture of experimentation. Listen on: - Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/0Gjx... - Apple: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/l... - YouTube: youtu.be/iDPtT5Ordpc ♻️ Repost if useful.

I was honored to join @tej.as on ConTejas podcast this time we spoke about - getting promoted at work - prioritizing your health - Running