- 01/30/2024
- 5 minute read
You're Killing Collaboration (And How To Fix It)
Are you killing collaboration on your software engineering teams when it comes to problem solving? Don't multiple a negative impact! Let's fix it.
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Engineering Leadership
Guidance for engineering managers and aspiring leaders, covering hands-on management, informal leadership, one-on-ones, and better team collaboration.
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- 01/28/2024
- 7 minute read
Informal Leadership in Software Engineering - What You Need To Progress
Informal leadership in software engineering is a critical part of becoming more senior in your role. But what's involved and why is it so beneficial?
- 03/13/2023
- 6 minute read
Hands-On Management: How to Lead Engineers to Success
As an engineering leader, does it make sense to approach things as hands-on management and writing code? Let's see when it makes sense, and when it doesn't.
- 05/05/2021
- 8 minute read
Engineering Manager - What's Expected in the Role?
Want to understand what does an engineering manager do and what's expected in an engineering manager role? Let's learn about the role of an engineering manager!
- 04/21/2015(Updated 07/13/2026)
- 4 minute read
One on One Evolution
An engineering manager's look at how one on one templates evolved over time to better support team members' goals, concerns, and career growth.
- 08/18/2014(Updated 07/13/2026)
- 3 minute read
Continuous Improvement - One on One Tweaks (Pt. 2)
Improve one on one meetings by putting recognition first, using team accomplishments to show that hard work and contributions are seen and valued.
- 08/11/2014
- 4 minute read
Continuous Improvement - How I Tweaked One on Ones
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.
- 10/25/2013(Updated 07/13/2026)
- 5 minute read
The Problem With "There's a Problem"
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.
- 10/18/2013
- 5 minute read
Lead by Example - The Power of Emulating Ideal
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.
- 08/05/2013(Updated 07/13/2026)
- 5 minute read
Listen First: The Human Sounding Board
Learn why effective leaders listen, act as human sounding boards, ask clarifying questions, and empower teammates to reach their own decisions.