Ethan ShangOrganizational CultureNo matter the purpose or industry, the bedrock of any truly successful organization is its culture. Creating the right environment is an…2 min read·Nov 17, 2020----
Ethan ShangTeam-Building PhilosophyWhen I look to form my teams, I look for individuals who are talented and experienced in areas where the current team is not. This is to…2 min read·Nov 10, 2020----
Ethan ShangStakeholder-Based Decision MakingIn a classroom setting, decision-making is simple. Students typically have decisions made for them by the teacher, curriculum, or…2 min read·Nov 7, 2020----
Ethan ShangNegotiating with Two Empty PocketsWhenever we work with others, negotiation becomes a daily occurrence. Large or small and as a leader or follower, we enter negotiations…1 min read·Nov 1, 2020----
Ethan ShangSynergy - A Patinated Leadership PrincipleWhile I firmly believe synergy is used all too frequently as a buzzword, I also believe the principles behind the term are invaluable. As…2 min read·Oct 25, 2020----
Ethan ShangCompetence and Warmth Aren’t Zero-SumI typically lead with a competence-based approach. This stems from soccer/lacrosse culture and Berkeley CS culture (for better or worse)…2 min read·Oct 19, 2020----
Ethan ShangMore at Home on a Cliff Face than on a StageAlex Honnold is best known for his free solo of Yosemite National Park’s El Capitan. Without any ropes to save him if he fell, he climbed…2 min read·Oct 9, 2020----
Ethan ShangLeadership through FacilitationWorking in teams that have diversity in backgrounds and skill sets is practically a necessity to solve challenging problems. Bringing…3 min read·Oct 5, 2020----