Engineering Leadership

An engineering manager's look at how one on one templates evolved over time to better support team members' goals, concerns, and career growth.

Improve one on one meetings by putting recognition first, using team accomplishments to show that hard work and contributions are seen and valued.

Continuous improvement involves making small changes over time to adapt your process. See how I've been adapting my one on ones with my team for the better.

Explores why simply announcing there's a problem falls short of true communication, and what leaders should expect when a team member raises an issue instead.

Everyone has their own definition of "ideal" and we all of expectations of others. Try to lead by example and emulate your version of "ideal" to be effective.

Learn why effective leaders listen, act as human sounding boards, ask clarifying questions, and empower teammates to reach their own decisions.