engineering leadership

season 7 starting Monday September 1

  1. a brief introduction to engineering management

  2. transitioning from engineer to engineering manager

  3. your first 90 days as an EM

  4. project management for engineering managers

  5. working with product management and stakeholders

  6. managing a remote team of engineers

  7. interviewing and hiring engineers

  8. performance management

  9. becoming an EM with a non-technical background

  10. the difficult parts of engineering management

recent episodes

episodes
The Hard Parts Of Engineering Management
The Hard Parts Of Engineering Management

Engineering management can look glamorous from the outside — but behind the scenes, it’s often a mix of tough calls, emotional juggling, and constant context switching. In this episode, we’re diving into the hard parts of being an engineering manager — from staying technical and handling conflict, to managing up, balancing expectations, and keeping your own sanity along the way.

Becoming An Engineering Manager Without A Technical Background
Becoming An Engineering Manager Without A Technical Background

In this episode, we explore how to become an effective engineering manager—even without a technical background. We’ll unpack what the role truly entails, how to leverage your strengths in communication, strategy, and people management, and ways to bridge technical gaps with curiosity and trust. Whether you’re transitioning from another field or stepping into your first EM role, this episode will help you lead confidently and earn the respect of your engineering team.

Performance Management As An Engineering Manager
Performance Management As An Engineering Manager

In this episode, we’ll dig into how managers can balance output, impact, and quality, set meaningful goals, and coach engineers toward growth — not just manage them. We’ll also tackle how to handle underperformance, keep top talent motivated, and build teams that stay engaged without burning out.

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