Anjuan Simmons discusses the power of lending privilege and lifting people up. April Edwards talks about being an ally, listening, and shutting up. The podcast explores self-expression, self-discipline, and being an ally. It also delves into April Edwards' background, challenges faced by women, and the importance of men as allies in women's health.

Anjuan Simmons, a software development team leader, shares insights on digging your well, the role of a staff engineering manager, and managing burnout. He discusses surprising challenges in managing managers, the importance of trust and curiosity, and strategies for assessing managers' performance. Additionally, he highlights the distinction between performance and management style, the role of problem solving, and the significance of clear focus time in preventing burnout. Finally, he provides advice for first-time managing managers, emphasizing the need to understand the leadership team.