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A personal user manual for your team. Share your working style, communication preferences, and what makes you tick - so your team knows how to work with you from day one.

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Chen Feldman

Hi, I'm Chen Feldman

Engineering leader with 15+ years building teams and products. I created this tool because I believe transparency makes better teams. Want to learn more about leadership and management?