I can totally relate to this! I often think that asking for help is a sign of weakness, but this article is a great reminder that it’s actually the opposite. Plus, sharing your struggles publicly like you did is another act of vulnerability!
Great article David! Saying "I don't know" is a sign that you have good self-awareness and self-confidence.
Love the example you wrote about. Asking for help saves a LOT of time and it doesn't make sense for you trying to figure out something that another person can give it to you in a matter of minutes or an hour. You can spend that time on something else!
David, thank you for sharing this so openly and thoughtfully.
Saying “I don’t know” is such a simple phrase, but it takes real strength and humility to own it, especially in tech where there’s often pressure to have all the answers.
Your story about the font issue is a great reminder that learning is always a process, and collaboration is where growth truly happens.
I especially appreciate how you highlight the importance of lifting each other up—teams thrive when vulnerability is met with support, not judgment. This mindset doesn’t just make us better engineers, it makes us better humans. Looking forward to more of your insights!
I can totally relate to this! I often think that asking for help is a sign of weakness, but this article is a great reminder that it’s actually the opposite. Plus, sharing your struggles publicly like you did is another act of vulnerability!
Thanks, Fabio! I’m so glad you liked it. This is definitely an important topic I’d like to explore further.
Great article David! Saying "I don't know" is a sign that you have good self-awareness and self-confidence.
Love the example you wrote about. Asking for help saves a LOT of time and it doesn't make sense for you trying to figure out something that another person can give it to you in a matter of minutes or an hour. You can spend that time on something else!
Thanks! I totally agree. Teams that are willing to help unblock each other accomplish more.
David, thank you for sharing this so openly and thoughtfully.
Saying “I don’t know” is such a simple phrase, but it takes real strength and humility to own it, especially in tech where there’s often pressure to have all the answers.
Your story about the font issue is a great reminder that learning is always a process, and collaboration is where growth truly happens.
I especially appreciate how you highlight the importance of lifting each other up—teams thrive when vulnerability is met with support, not judgment. This mindset doesn’t just make us better engineers, it makes us better humans. Looking forward to more of your insights!