Engineering Manager’s Journal

Engineering Manager’s Journal

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The Mindset You Need As An Engineering Manager

Mindsets determine results. This is true for every career, including engineering management.

Jul 8, 2024

The Mindset You Need As An Engineering Manager

Jul 8, 2024

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What You’ll Actually Do As An Engineering Manager

You have many roles. Some won’t make sense now, but they will.

Aug 12, 2024

What You’ll Actually Do As An Engineering Manager

Aug 12, 2024

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The Only Technical Skills You Need As An Engineering Manager

While the EM role mostly requires people skills, it also requires several key technical ones.

Oct 9, 2024

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Oct 9, 2024

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The Secret To Engineering Management Is Doing “Nothing”

It’s surprisingly difficult to get right.

Oct 23, 2024

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Oct 23, 2024

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Introverts, It’s Time To Add Collaboration With Other Managers To Your Wheelhouse

Because you’ll achieve more together.

1d ago

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1d ago

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Technical Debt Is Inevitable, And That’s Okay

It’s nothing to fear, so you can stop worrying.

2d ago

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2d ago

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Why You Must Set Boundaries As An Engineering Manager (And How)

It’s easier than you think!

4d ago

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4d ago

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Introverted Engineering Managers, Listening Is Your Superpower

So, use it!

Jan 10

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Jan 10

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What Cars, Libraries, And Snowballs Have To Do With Prioritizing Technical Debt

It’s quite a bit, actually!

Jan 8

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Jan 8

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How To Set And Track Goals As An Engineering Manager

Because it’s not as simple as just saying, “Here’s what to do.”

Jan 6

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Jan 6

Engineering Manager’s Journal

Become a better engineering leader. Follow for practical advice, personal stories, and tips to help you guide your team to success

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Alex Ponomarev

Passionate about remote work, building processes, workflows, tech teams and products. Love exploring the rocky coast of Portugal with my dog Misha.

Patrick Walter

Professional editor, writer, collaborator, strategist, and former teacher.

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