Alex PonomarevinEngineering Manager’s Journal5 Communication Skills You Need As An Engineering ManagerAs an EM, communication is often the main thing you’ll be doing and the key to resolving situations in a satisfactory way for everyone.1d ago1d ago
Alex PonomarevinEngineering Manager’s JournalThe Only Technical Skills You Need As An Engineering ManagerWhile the EM role mostly requires people skills, it also requires several key technical ones.6d ago6d ago
Alex PonomarevinEngineering Manager’s JournalWhy Engineers Are Well-Positioned To Become Engineering ManagersAs a manager with engineering experience, you’re uniquely primed to take on the role in a way others can’t.Oct 75Oct 75
Alex PonomarevinEngineering Manager’s JournalIt’s Normal To Fear Losing Your Technical Edge As An Engineering ManagerThe transition from engineer to engineering manager (EM) feels a lot like moving to a new country.Oct 21Oct 21
Alex PonomarevinEngineering Manager’s JournalMaster These Soft Skills, Master Engineering ManagementWhile these soft skills might not come naturally at first, you can master every single one with time and practice.Sep 30Sep 30
Alex PonomarevinEngineering Manager’s Journal5 Practical Ways To Fix Your Work-Life BalanceI’m not going to give you advice for an ideal world — I’m going to give it to you for a real one.Sep 253Sep 253
Alex PonomarevinEngineering Manager’s JournalEngineering Management Is Not The End — You Can Go BackIf management doesn’t work out, you can always return to the individual contributor path.Sep 23Sep 23
Alex PonomarevinEngineering Manager’s Journal4 Destructive Work-Life Balance Impacts You’ll Face As An Engineering ManagerMany hold the view that the busier and more stressed you are, the better you are at your job. But this isn’t true, and something will…Sep 182Sep 182
Alex PonomarevinEngineering Manager’s JournalNever Again Doubt If You Want To Become An Engineering ManagerThe job is rewarding but it’s not easy. You must commit to the struggle and discomfort.Sep 166Sep 166
Alex PonomarevinEngineering Manager’s Journal5 Simple Ways Engineering Managers Can Listen To Drastically Improve Their TeamsCommunication is a huge part of any manager’s job. When you do listen as a manager, the effects on your team are amazing.Sep 10Sep 10