Andrew Lau

Engaging conversation with Jessica McKellar, Andrew Lau, Samir Naik, and a former VPE at Robinhood about aligning engineering with business goals, team topologies, and strategic thinking in engineering leadership. Insights on metrics tracking, org design during hyper-growth, and optimizing virtual teams for customer focus.

Andrew Lau, an expert in engineering management, discusses key findings from the 2024 State of Engineering Management Report. He reveals a troubling 65% of employees have experienced burnout, especially in hybrid work settings. The conversation also explores the stark contrast between executives' and engineers' views on AI's impact, emphasizing the need for adaptation. Lau underscores the critical challenges of candidate shortages and the essential role of empathy in leadership, highlighting how effective management can drive business success in this evolving landscape.

Andrew Lau, CEO & Co-founder @ Jellyfish, shares engineering management principles to tackle the unknowns & challenges ahead. Topics include year-end reflection techniques, resilience and adaptability, honing financial acumen, planning for technology challenges, and the impact of hobbies on work and life.