Engineering Culture by InfoQ Participatory Leadership and Developing a Culture of Psychological Safety
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Nov 22, 2024 Nick Takavadii, an African-Australian software developer, discusses participatory leadership and psychological safety in the workplace. He shares his journey towards embracing a collaborative culture influenced by a transformative retreat. The conversation highlights innovative decision-making strategies that enhance team involvement and agility. Takavadii emphasizes the need for open communication and unique practices, like rethinking salary discussions. He advocates for redefining value in software engineering to include social and environmental impacts, focusing on the responsibility of engineers to support marginalized communities.
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Nick's Career Journey
- Nick Takavadii's career started in Zimbabwe in the 80s, learning software development through hands-on experience.
- He transitioned from coding to managing a software house, realizing his weakness in people management despite various studies.
Participatory Leadership
- Shift leadership from a hierarchical triangle to a circular model.
- This fosters collaboration and empowers every team member.
Leading Software Teams
- Focus on overall value delivery, including team capacity building and alignment.
- Improve listening skills and liberate team talents to shine.
