Priscilla Montenegro de Nicaragua
First-time manager and pod lead at Sagan discussing challenges of moving from contributor to manager, delegation, and developing team accountability.
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Oct 23, 2025 • 31min
The New Manager's Dilemma: Why You Can't Review Every Email | Lazy Leverage #76
Priscilla Montenegro de Nicaragua, a first-time manager at Sagan, delves into the challenges of transitioning from contributor to manager while seeking coaching from Jon. They discuss the danger of micromanagement and the importance of selective oversight, introducing the Marine Corps concept of 'directed telescopes.' The duo distinguishes between acceptable 'aggressive mistakes' and unacceptable 'sloppy mistakes.' Jon emphasizes training her team to anticipate her standards rather than reviewing every email, aiming for a strong collective accountability.
