Navigating a family vacation while searching for a new executive position presents unique challenges. In this reflection, I share strategies for managing job search anxiety during family time, including morning routines, realistic microtasks, and the mental shift required to be present with loved ones while still maintaining career momentum.

Transitioning between roles offers the perfect opportunity to refine your development workflow. In this follow-up to 'Building in Public', I explore how GitHub's project management features can transform your side project development experience. From roadmapping with Projects to tracking features with Issues, learn how these powerful tools can help maintain momentum, document decisions, and demonstrate professional-grade development practices that impress potential employers.

Career transitions offer a unique opportunity for hands-on technical exploration. After leaving my CTO role, I'm keeping skills sharp by building my Hero Wars Helper project in public. This post covers my strategies for maintaining momentum, prioritizing MVP over perfection, and using side projects to demonstrate ongoing technical relevance — all while navigating the job search process. For developers in transition, here's how to turn uncertainty into productive coding time.