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Managing Managers

Episode 18: Onboarding and prioritising time in a 2000-person eng org with Thiago Ghisi

Mar 30, 2024
Thiago Ghisi shares insights on onboarding, prioritizing time in a large engineering organization. He discusses challenges of transitioning to an engineering management role, managing engineering teams effectively, and the importance of establishing a positive onboarding experience. The conversation also touches on strategies for managing managers, central tech contacts, and influential leadership books.
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  • Transitioning to management involves nuanced challenges from different work contexts.
  • Managing manager roles require focus on strategic planning and cross-functional collaboration.

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Creating a Podcast on Management

Tiago Gesien shares his journey of creating a podcast on management with former managers and engineers, highlighting the need for open discussions on management topics. The podcast emerged from a community of entrepreneurs exploring small bets and experimentation. This platform provided a space for sharing experiences and insights not commonly discussed elsewhere.

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