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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• Scott: Drachinifel

Wes: Lepy LP-2020A Hi-Fi Stereo Audio

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Wes: Wes Bos Tutorials

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