Yordan Ivanov
@ivanovyordan.com
Head of Data Eng | Building modern systems + sharper leaders
✍️ datagibberish.com | 📕 ivanovyordan.com
✍️ datagibberish.com | 📕 ivanovyordan.com
Where your data team sits isn’t an org-chart detail.
It’s a strategic decision about influence, incentives, and authority.
And once you see it that way, the tradeoffs become obvious.
https://links.ivanovyordan.com/meGY
It’s a strategic decision about influence, incentives, and authority.
And once you see it that way, the tradeoffs become obvious.
https://links.ivanovyordan.com/meGY
December 30, 2025 at 9:43 AM
Where your data team sits isn’t an org-chart detail.
It’s a strategic decision about influence, incentives, and authority.
And once you see it that way, the tradeoffs become obvious.
https://links.ivanovyordan.com/meGY
It’s a strategic decision about influence, incentives, and authority.
And once you see it that way, the tradeoffs become obvious.
https://links.ivanovyordan.com/meGY
Most data teams don’t have tech issues.
They have standards issues.
ETLs break and migrations drag because everyone solves the same problem differently.
Singer isn’t perfect, but it forces structure and clarity.
Tools change. Standards scale.
Watch here: https://youtu.be/k0Y_9YCN25E
They have standards issues.
ETLs break and migrations drag because everyone solves the same problem differently.
Singer isn’t perfect, but it forces structure and clarity.
Tools change. Standards scale.
Watch here: https://youtu.be/k0Y_9YCN25E
December 9, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Most data teams don’t have tech issues.
They have standards issues.
ETLs break and migrations drag because everyone solves the same problem differently.
Singer isn’t perfect, but it forces structure and clarity.
Tools change. Standards scale.
Watch here: https://youtu.be/k0Y_9YCN25E
They have standards issues.
ETLs break and migrations drag because everyone solves the same problem differently.
Singer isn’t perfect, but it forces structure and clarity.
Tools change. Standards scale.
Watch here: https://youtu.be/k0Y_9YCN25E
You don't need fancy tools to build a trusted data platform.
Start with:
1. One KPI everyone agrees on
2. A simple process people can see
3. Clear communication about issues
That's it.
The hardest part is showing the messy parts.
Yes, it’s scary. But it’s worth it.
Start with:
1. One KPI everyone agrees on
2. A simple process people can see
3. Clear communication about issues
That's it.
The hardest part is showing the messy parts.
Yes, it’s scary. But it’s worth it.
December 3, 2025 at 1:00 PM
You don't need fancy tools to build a trusted data platform.
Start with:
1. One KPI everyone agrees on
2. A simple process people can see
3. Clear communication about issues
That's it.
The hardest part is showing the messy parts.
Yes, it’s scary. But it’s worth it.
Start with:
1. One KPI everyone agrees on
2. A simple process people can see
3. Clear communication about issues
That's it.
The hardest part is showing the messy parts.
Yes, it’s scary. But it’s worth it.
There are thousands of data engineers.
There’s only one you.
Lean on what makes you unique.
There’s only one you.
Lean on what makes you unique.
December 2, 2025 at 1:06 PM
There are thousands of data engineers.
There’s only one you.
Lean on what makes you unique.
There’s only one you.
Lean on what makes you unique.
Me: What problem are we trying to solve with this?
Them: The feature doesn’t use AI.
Them: The feature doesn’t use AI.
November 28, 2025 at 1:56 PM
Me: What problem are we trying to solve with this?
Them: The feature doesn’t use AI.
Them: The feature doesn’t use AI.
Use RACI in the trenches.
When a request lands, map it to a deliverable, ping the A, loop in C, update I.
You cut meetings, speed decisions, reduce risk, and stop duplicate work.
That saves time and budget.
PS: Full playbook is here
https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kn-K
When a request lands, map it to a deliverable, ping the A, loop in C, update I.
You cut meetings, speed decisions, reduce risk, and stop duplicate work.
That saves time and budget.
PS: Full playbook is here
https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kn-K
November 24, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Use RACI in the trenches.
When a request lands, map it to a deliverable, ping the A, loop in C, update I.
You cut meetings, speed decisions, reduce risk, and stop duplicate work.
That saves time and budget.
PS: Full playbook is here
https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kn-K
When a request lands, map it to a deliverable, ping the A, loop in C, update I.
You cut meetings, speed decisions, reduce risk, and stop duplicate work.
That saves time and budget.
PS: Full playbook is here
https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kn-K
Stop being a ticket taker.
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTOB
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTOB
November 18, 2025 at 5:58 PM
Stop being a ticket taker.
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTOB
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTOB
Stop being a ticket taker.
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTNs
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTNs
November 18, 2025 at 5:56 PM
Stop being a ticket taker.
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTNs
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTNs
Shared ownership is fake safety.
Pin a RACI and name humans.
One A per deliverable.
Route every ask to the A.
You cut meetings and duplicate work, saving budget and risk.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTNs
Pin a RACI and name humans.
One A per deliverable.
Route every ask to the A.
You cut meetings and duplicate work, saving budget and risk.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTNs
November 18, 2025 at 5:56 PM
Shared ownership is fake safety.
Pin a RACI and name humans.
One A per deliverable.
Route every ask to the A.
You cut meetings and duplicate work, saving budget and risk.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTNs
Pin a RACI and name humans.
One A per deliverable.
Route every ask to the A.
You cut meetings and duplicate work, saving budget and risk.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTNs
Stop being a ticket taker.
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTLN
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTLN
November 18, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Stop being a ticket taker.
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTLN
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTLN
Shared ownership is fake safety.
Pin a RACI and name humans.
One A per deliverable.
Route every ask to the A.
You cut meetings and duplicate work, saving budget and risk.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTLN
Pin a RACI and name humans.
One A per deliverable.
Route every ask to the A.
You cut meetings and duplicate work, saving budget and risk.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTLN
November 18, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Shared ownership is fake safety.
Pin a RACI and name humans.
One A per deliverable.
Route every ask to the A.
You cut meetings and duplicate work, saving budget and risk.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTLN
Pin a RACI and name humans.
One A per deliverable.
Route every ask to the A.
You cut meetings and duplicate work, saving budget and risk.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTLN
Stop being a ticket taker.
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTGE
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTGE
November 18, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Stop being a ticket taker.
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTGE
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTGE
Shared ownership is fake safety.
Pin a RACI and name humans.
One A per deliverable.
Route every ask to the A.
You cut meetings and duplicate work, saving budget and risk.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTGE
Pin a RACI and name humans.
One A per deliverable.
Route every ask to the A.
You cut meetings and duplicate work, saving budget and risk.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTGE
November 18, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Shared ownership is fake safety.
Pin a RACI and name humans.
One A per deliverable.
Route every ask to the A.
You cut meetings and duplicate work, saving budget and risk.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTGE
Pin a RACI and name humans.
One A per deliverable.
Route every ask to the A.
You cut meetings and duplicate work, saving budget and risk.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTGE
Stop being a ticket taker.
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTBl
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTBl
November 18, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Stop being a ticket taker.
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTBl
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTBl
Shared ownership is fake safety.
Pin a RACI and name humans.
One A per deliverable.
Route every ask to the A.
You cut meetings and duplicate work, saving budget and risk.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTBl
Pin a RACI and name humans.
One A per deliverable.
Route every ask to the A.
You cut meetings and duplicate work, saving budget and risk.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTBl
November 18, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Shared ownership is fake safety.
Pin a RACI and name humans.
One A per deliverable.
Route every ask to the A.
You cut meetings and duplicate work, saving budget and risk.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTBl
Pin a RACI and name humans.
One A per deliverable.
Route every ask to the A.
You cut meetings and duplicate work, saving budget and risk.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kTBl
Stop being a ticket taker.
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kT6_
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kT6_
November 18, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Stop being a ticket taker.
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kT6_
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kT6_
Shared ownership is fake safety.
Pin a RACI and name humans.
One A per deliverable.
Route every ask to the A.
You cut meetings and duplicate work, saving budget and risk.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kT6_
Pin a RACI and name humans.
One A per deliverable.
Route every ask to the A.
You cut meetings and duplicate work, saving budget and risk.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kT6_
November 18, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Shared ownership is fake safety.
Pin a RACI and name humans.
One A per deliverable.
Route every ask to the A.
You cut meetings and duplicate work, saving budget and risk.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kT6_
Pin a RACI and name humans.
One A per deliverable.
Route every ask to the A.
You cut meetings and duplicate work, saving budget and risk.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kT6_
Stop being a ticket taker.
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kT2C
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kT2C
November 18, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Stop being a ticket taker.
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kT2C
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kT2C
Shared ownership is fake safety.
Pin a RACI and name humans.
One A per deliverable.
Route every ask to the A.
You cut meetings and duplicate work, saving budget and risk.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kT2C
Pin a RACI and name humans.
One A per deliverable.
Route every ask to the A.
You cut meetings and duplicate work, saving budget and risk.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kT2C
November 18, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Shared ownership is fake safety.
Pin a RACI and name humans.
One A per deliverable.
Route every ask to the A.
You cut meetings and duplicate work, saving budget and risk.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kT2C
Pin a RACI and name humans.
One A per deliverable.
Route every ask to the A.
You cut meetings and duplicate work, saving budget and risk.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kT2C
Stop being a ticket taker.
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kSe4
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kSe4
November 18, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Stop being a ticket taker.
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kSe4
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kSe4
Shared ownership is fake safety.
Pin a RACI and name humans.
One A per deliverable.
Route every ask to the A.
You cut meetings and duplicate work, saving budget and risk.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kSe4
Pin a RACI and name humans.
One A per deliverable.
Route every ask to the A.
You cut meetings and duplicate work, saving budget and risk.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kSe4
November 18, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Shared ownership is fake safety.
Pin a RACI and name humans.
One A per deliverable.
Route every ask to the A.
You cut meetings and duplicate work, saving budget and risk.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kSe4
Pin a RACI and name humans.
One A per deliverable.
Route every ask to the A.
You cut meetings and duplicate work, saving budget and risk.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kSe4
Stop being a ticket taker.
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kSKL
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kSKL
November 18, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Stop being a ticket taker.
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kSKL
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kSKL
Shared ownership is fake safety.
Pin a RACI and name humans.
One A per deliverable.
Route every ask to the A.
You cut meetings and duplicate work, saving budget and risk.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kSKL
Pin a RACI and name humans.
One A per deliverable.
Route every ask to the A.
You cut meetings and duplicate work, saving budget and risk.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kSKL
November 18, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Shared ownership is fake safety.
Pin a RACI and name humans.
One A per deliverable.
Route every ask to the A.
You cut meetings and duplicate work, saving budget and risk.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kSKL
Pin a RACI and name humans.
One A per deliverable.
Route every ask to the A.
You cut meetings and duplicate work, saving budget and risk.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kSKL
Stop being a ticket taker.
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kS32
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kS32
November 18, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Stop being a ticket taker.
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kS32
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kS32
Stop being a ticket taker.
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kS0N
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kS0N
November 18, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Stop being a ticket taker.
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kS0N
Own the system.
Name one A per deliverable, pin it, and route every ask there.
Meetings drop, trust rises, scope finds you.
PS: https://links.ivanovyordan.com/kS0N