Troubleshooting Agile Johanna Rothman on Modern Management - Part I
Jan 13, 2021
Join Johanna Rothman, the Pragmatic Manager and author of 18 books on tech and management, as she dives into the essence of modern management. She discusses how empathy, safety, and purpose can effectively motivate agile teams. Rothman highlights the shift from micromanagement to fostering a positive organizational culture and clarifies common misconceptions about workplace demands. Listeners will also learn about the importance of clear communication and integrity in conversations, paving the way for better team dynamics.
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Modern Management Focus
- Modern management is about shepherding the culture, not directly managing people or work.
- Managers manage the system, focusing on culture, blockers, and easing friction to enable success.
Classic Roots of Modern Management
- Many modern management ideas are adaptations of classic management principles from thinkers like Peter Drucker.
- Innovation in management requires moving beyond old routines to improve organizational outcomes.
Management Is A Career Change
- Many technical experts become managers without realizing it's a distinct career requiring different knowledge.
- Expecting to balance technical work and management usually leads to managing challenges beyond very small teams.
