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Day Two DevOps

D2C241: Choose Your Own Adventure: Manager, Director, or IC

Apr 24, 2024
Hazel Weakly, an experienced professional in management, directorship, and individual contribution, shares insights on the different skill sets needed for each role. Topics include transitioning into leadership, balancing remote and in-person collaboration, and the unique skills required for engineering leadership. Key points cover managing teams, career growth, and the importance of soft skills like empathy.
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  • Transitioning between manager, director, and IC roles requires adapting skill sets effectively.
  • Prioritizing visibility, resource allocation, and developer experience enhance efficiency in management and organizational stability.

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Hazel's Leadership Journey and Managing a Turbulent Transition

Hazel's unexpected transition into a leadership position was prompted by her manager's sudden departure, necessitating her quick adaptation to dual roles of tech lead and eventually engineering manager and head of infrastructure. Despite facing initial challenges, Hazel's proactive approach and ability to maintain team cohesion led to effective management and organizational stability.

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