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Managing Managers

Episode 4: Hypergrowth leadership, the pendulum swing and attention management for managers with Phil Calçado

Sep 15, 2023
Phil Calçado, an engineer director with experience leading software teams in hyper-growth stages, discusses his leadership journey, the challenges and opportunities in the live events industry during the pandemic, managing costs and activities for energy managers, the importance of being involved in meetings and influencing decision-making, and attention management for managers with the introduction of UltraP, a copilot for managers.
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Quick takeaways

  • Building relationships with stakeholders across the organization is crucial for managers of managers.
  • Establishing baseline communication expectations while allowing flexibility for teams to work in their context is key.

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Building Relationships Across the Organization

As a manager of managers, it is important to build relationships not only with your direct reports but also with stakeholders across the organization. This includes understanding the business strategy, collaborating with other leaders, and being aware of what's happening in different teams.

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