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Become an Effective Software Engineering Manager • James Stanier & Gergely Orosz
Mar 29, 2024
Listen to James Stanier, Director of Engineering at Shopify, and Gergely Orosz, author of 'The Software Engineer's Guidebook,' discuss topics like transitioning into management roles in the software engineering industry, establishing expectations and goals in management relationships, mastering stoicism in leadership, and exploring software engineering management books and training programs.
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- Delegation in management involves accountability, balance, and understanding team skill levels.
- Contracting in manager-employee relationships establishes expectations, preferences, and communication strategies for success.
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Delegation Spectrum and Accountability
Delegation in management is not simply assigning tasks, but remaining accountable for their completion. The delegation spectrum illustrates the balance between delegation and control. Understanding the skill levels of team members helps in determining the appropriate level of delegation for optimal performance.
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