Ladybug Podcast The Transition From Engineer To Engineering Manager
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Sep 8, 2025 Transitioning from an individual contributor to an engineering manager is both thrilling and daunting. The discussion covers vital responsibilities that shift, emphasizing the art of delegation and its role in team success. Listeners learn the importance of mastering conflict resolution and effective communication. Tips for navigating busy meeting schedules, balancing personal well-being, and fostering a supportive team environment are also highlighted. The journey is filled with personal anecdotes, making it relatable for anyone in the tech field considering this shift.
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Manager Role Is People-First
- Engineering managers shift from coding deliverables to enabling their team's delivery and growth.
- The role focuses on people, meetings, and documentation rather than individual tactical output.
Delegate To Grow Your Team
- Delegate tasks by matching them to team members' skills and growth goals instead of hoarding work.
- Give people space to try, fail, and learn while stepping in only when the work goes off-track.
Taking On The Unpopular Tasks
- Emma recounts taking on unappealing compliance tasks when needed or pairing on them to share burden.
- She warns leaders to avoid repeatedly assigning non-promotable work to the same people.
