In this episode of Syntax, Wes and Scott talk about their tips for better communication in email, Zoom calls, code reviews, or asking for help.

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Show Notes

00:10 Welcome
01:39 Furnace wiring fun
Ecobee
Tweet asking for communication tips
05:37 Email communication
SavvyCal
Calendly
15:07 Recognizing a big ask
Simeon Griggs - How to ask for things
24:01 Sponsor: Sentry
25:52 Code review communication
30:39 Sponsor: Sanity
32:22 Sharing information with a video
35:42 In person or one on ones
39:36 Video calls
Storyboard.fm
40:54 Realize it’s ok to stop talking
42:27 Sponsor: Auth0
44:13 Tips from Twitter
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