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In this video, we follow the journey of Swathi Sundar, an engineering manager at Benchling and ex-Uber, who, as a tech lead, was suddenly made an engineering manager overnight. Through her personal experiences, Swathi shares the challenges and lessons she learned during this transition period. From managing expectations and leading a team to deal with the pressure and responsibilities of the new software engineering manager role, this video offers valuable insights for anyone looking to move into a management position in the tech industry. Watch now to learn how she navigated this sudden change and emerged as a successful engineering leader. Swathi also shares her strategies for effectively communicating with her team and stakeholders, as well as how she adapted to the new responsibilities and expectations that come with being an engineering manager. Swathi covers growing a new tech lead. Finally, she also provides tips on transitioning to a new company as an engineering manager. This video is a must-watch for anyone looking to transition smoothly from an engineering role to a management role in the tech industry. With Swathi's personal experiences and practical advice, you'll gain valuable insights on navigating this challenging but rewarding journey. CHAPTERS 0:00 Introduction 0:20 How Swathi became a manager overnight 1:02 How big was your team and what did you do? 2:50 What are some things that you quickly had to get up to speed with on management? 4:48 Growing a new tech lead 6:13 Difficulty letting go.... 7:44 Resources that helped you become a manager 9:13 New relationship with direct reports 12:28 Changes during COVID pandemic 15:50 Performance management 16:39 Final lessons from Uber 18:17 Moving to a new company 21:03 Additional advice on transitioning to be a manager at a new company 22:23 Managing sideways and up 25:00 Do you miss coding? 26:10 Engineers, code engineering managers write. 29:55 Parting advice RESOURCES ⭐️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/swathisundar/ ⭐️ You're in Charge — Now What?: The 8 Point Plan : https://amzn.to/3wsxTiG ⭐️ Swathi's writings on medium: https://swathi-sundar.medium.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------------- ABOUT ME: I'm Vidal, an author, podcaster, and engineering manager working at LinkedIn in the SF Bay Area. I am on a mission to help and inspire engineering leaders everywhere! MY BOOKS: ⭐️ The Software Engineering Manager Interview Guide https://amazon.com/dp/B086JMXP28 ⭐️ Time Management Tips for Engineering Managers https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08HM6LSCL ⭐️ How to Write an Engineering Manager Resume, https://vidalgraupera.gumroad.com/l/esbgw CONNECT WITH ME: ⭐️ My website: https://www.managersclub.com ⭐️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vidalgraupera ⭐️ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vgraupera ⭐️ ManagersClub LinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13846374/ ⭐️ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@managersclub #engineeringmanagement #leadershipdevelopment #womenintech
How I Went from Engineer to Manager Overnight, Lessons Learned
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Join Ron Lichty, Interim VP of Engineering, Software Dev Advisor, Agile consultant, and author, shares tips and best practices for conducting effective stand-up meetings. Also known as daily scrums, stand-ups are a crucial way for teams to stay on track and communicate with each other. In this video, Ron covers common misconceptions about stand-ups, the frequency of stand-ups, how to make them effective, the best time of day for stand-ups, and more. Whether you're a team leader or a team member, these tips will help you get the most out of your stand-up meetings. Plus, learn about the Fist to Five technique and how to make stand-ups more engaging and interactive. Don't miss this valuable video on stand-up meetings! CHAPTERS: 0:00 Trailer 0:42 Introduction 1:32 Ron's Lichty's Background 2:26 What are some of the common misconceptions that people have about stand ups? 3:12 Do you only do stand ups if you're doing Scrum and sprints? 5:00 How often should you do stand ups? 7:22 What differentiates an effective standup then from an ineffective standup? 8:32 Parking lot 8:58 What's the best time of day for stand ups? 12:26 Who be the best person to lead the stand up? 14:02 Should people really stand? 15:22 The 3 Questions People ask at Stand Ups 19:18 Fist to Five Technique 21:18 Stand ups on Slack 22:09 Is there any way like stand ups can be made more engaging or interactive? 23:40 Any other tips for people on how to run standup? 24:25 Where can people connect with Ron? RESOURCES ⭐️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronlichty/ ⭐️ https://ronlichty.com/ ⭐️ https://managingtheunmanageable.net/ ⭐️ ron@ronlichty.com ⭐️ Ron's book: Managing the Unmanageable: Rules, Tools, and Insights for Managing Software People and Teams 2nd Edition: https://amzn.to/3G7UIN7 ------------------------------------------------------------------- MY BOOKS: ⭐️ The Software Engineering Manager Interview Guide https://amazon.com/dp/B086JMXP28 ⭐️ Time Management Tips for Engineering Managers https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08HM6LSCL ⭐️ How to Write an Engineering Manager Resume, https://vidalgraupera.gumroad.com/l/esbgw CONNECT WITH ME: ⭐️ My website: https://www.managersclub.com ⭐️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vidalgraupera ⭐️ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vgraupera ⭐️ ManagersClub LinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13846374/ ⭐️ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@managersclub ABOUT ME: I'm Vidal, an author, podcaster, and engineering manager working at LinkedIn in the SF Bay Area. I am on a mission to help and inspire engineering leaders everywhere! #scrum #agile #projectmanagement
How to Run Successful Daily Scrum Meetings
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We discuss what emotional intelligence is and how to improve your EQ with Phil Johnson, a coach and authority on leadership and EQ. EQ is a potent tool that can aid in your leadership success. If you're interested in learning more about emotional intelligence, then check out this video! We'll discuss everything you need to know about emotional intelligence, from the definition to how to increase your EQ. By the end of this video, you'll have a better understanding of what emotional intelligence is and how you can use it to your advantage! CHAPTERS 0:00 Introduction 0:20 What is emotional intelligence? 2:33 The difference between emotional intelligence EQ and intellectual intelligence or IQ 6:23 How to hire for emotional intelligence 7:42 To enter a higher state of emotional intelligence, what are some things you can do? 9:16 How business leaders should use emotional intelligence in the workplace 14:00 Why is emotional intelligence not more widespread? 16:09 What are some of the main challenges people encounter in developing their emotional intelligence that hold them back? 18:03 Example of using emotional intelligence in Phil's career 21:34 Connect with Phil RESOURCES ⭐️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/philipjpjohnson/ ⭐️ Zoom calendar 👉 https://calendly.com/mblcoach/chat-with-phil ⭐️ MBL Alumni Videos 👉 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfc3tV87p03JMDOXqDu8tQ ⭐️ MBL Books 👉 https://www.amazon.com/-/e/B007P4UYJ6 ------------------------------------------------------------------- MY BOOKS: ⭐️ The Software Engineering Manager Interview Guide https://amazon.com/dp/B086JMXP28 ⭐️ Time Management Tips for Engineering Managers https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08HM6LSCL CONNECT WITH ME: ⭐️ My website: https://www.managersclub.com ⭐️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vidalgraupera ⭐️ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vgraupera ⭐️ ManagersClub LinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13846374/ ⭐️ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@managersclub ABOUT ME: I'm Vidal, an author, podcaster, and engineering manager working at LinkedIn in the SF Bay Area. I am on a mission to help and inspire engineering leaders everywhere! #emotionalintelligence #leadership #management --------------------- Please note that some of the links above are affiliate links, which means that if you click on them and buy something, I get a tiny commission, which helps me keep bringing you material like this.
What is Emotional Intelligence & How to Increase EQ
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Many business leaders struggle to wrap their heads around artificial intelligence and what it could mean for their companies. In this video, Kavita Ganesan, author of The Business Case for AI, will explore how leaders should think about AI and what they should do to ensure that their companies are prepared for the future. We'll also bust some of the most common AI myths and show how businesses can benefit from AI. So if you're a leader who wants to stay ahead of the curve, this video is a must-watch! CHAPTERS 0:58 Introduction 3:59 What's different now, in 2022, that people should pay attention to AI? 5:00 What are the myths and misunderstandings about AI? 7:57 How should engineering leaders think about adopting AI and integrating it in? 9:38 How should you measure the success of an AI project? 11:50 How can a company be AI-ready? 14:12 How should leaders spot AI opportunities and capitalize on them? 16:22 The dangerous pitfalls of AI for AI's sake. 18:48 What resources would you recommend to leaders to become more knowledgeable in this area? 20:04 What will be the impact of AI on software engineering? 21:46 Where can people reach out to you afterward? RESOURCES ⭐️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kavita-ganesan/ ⭐️ The Business Case for AI: A Leader's Guide to AI Strategies, Best Practices & Real-World Applications : https://amzn.to/3GLJmjM ⭐️ https://kavita-ganesan.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------------- MY BOOKS: ⭐️ The Software Engineering Manager Interview Guide https://amazon.com/dp/B086JMXP28 ⭐️ Time Management Tips for Engineering Managers https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08HM6LSCL CONNECT WITH ME: ⭐️ My website: https://www.managersclub.com ⭐️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vidalgrau... ⭐️ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vgraupera ⭐️ ManagersClub LinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13846... ABOUT ME: I'm Vidal, an author, podcaster, and engineering manager working at LinkedIn in the SF Bay Area. I am on a mission to help and inspire engineering leaders everywhere! --------------------- Please note that some of the links above are affiliate links, which means that if you click on them and buy something, I get a tiny commission, which helps me keep bringing you material like this. #ai #artificialintelligence #leadership
Artificial Intelligence: What Leaders Need to Know
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To be an effective leader, you need to be believable and decisive. In this video, Sabry Tozin, Vice President of Engineering at LinkedIn, explains "believability," which is an important part of being a good leader. He also discusses how and why it is important to be decisive. We'll also show you how to avoid the mistakes that can cost you dearly. So if you're ready to make tough choices that will improve your leadership and believability, this video is for you! CHAPTERS 0:00 Clips 0:28 Intro 1:32 What is "believability"? 4:50 What is the OCD framework? 10:38 We go from wanting to be right, to being afraid to being wrong 11:23 Why people with the most to lose seem least afraid 14:14 How hedging backfires 16:02 Gender and race differences 17:44 Real-life example from interviewing 20:00 Imposter Syndrome 20:45 How can we help our direct reports become more believable? 26:00 What happens when maybe you just don't really have much data? 27:25 The importance of being fearless 28:05 This system is not a charity. 29:01 We overvalue learning RESOURCES ⭐️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabtozin/ ⭐️ Principles: Life and Work by Ray Dalio: https://amzn.to/3EsHJoc ------------------------------------------------------------------- MY BOOKS: ⭐️ The Software Engineering Manager Interview Guide https://amazon.com/dp/B086JMXP28 ⭐️ Time Management Tips for Engineering Managers https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08HM6LSCL CONNECT WITH ME: ⭐️ My website: https://www.managersclub.com ⭐️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vidalgraupera ⭐️ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vgraupera ⭐️ ManagersClub LinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13846374/ ABOUT ME: I'm Vidal, an author, podcaster, and engineering manager working at LinkedIn in the SF Bay Area. I am on a mission to help and inspire engineering leaders everywhere! --------------------- Please note that some of the links above are affiliate links, which means that if you click on them and buy something, I get a tiny commission, which helps me keep bringing you material like this. #leadership #effectiveleadership #blackintech
How to be BELIEVABLE & DECISIVE: Key qualities of effective leadership
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In this video, Emily Tsitrian, a former manager at Stripe and author of "Make Me the Boss," takes us through what it takes to be a successful new manager in the corporate world. If you're a millennial looking for tips on being a successful manager, this video is definitely for you! We'll outline everything you need to know to be a successful manager and lead your team to success! We cover a wide range of topics, including the challenges and different responsibilities of being a manager, how to offer difficult feedback, how to manage millennials, how to manage people who are older than you, how to deliver the performance review of a lifetime, how to use public speaking to create your personal brand and more. These are all essential skills that any successful manager needs to have. By the end of this video, you'll have everything you need to survive as a millennial manager in the corporate world! CHAPTERS 0:00 Introduction 1:18 What's the difference and what's unique about being a millennial manager? 3:18 What advice do you have for managing millennials? 5:12 Is becoming a manager a promotion? 7:48 Advice for millennial managers who are managing people older than them. 10:38 Non-linear aspects of career progression and the career progression pyramid. 13:25 Advice for new managers on how to handle those difficult conversations 16:10 Advice on building your personal brand 17:58 What can one manager do to address issues of systemic racism, ageism, and sexual discrimination? 19:52 Advice for women and underrepresented minorities that are either millennial managers or want to become one? 21:58 Besides your book, what other books or resources would you recommend to millennial managers? 24:46 Where could people reach out if they wanted to connect with you? RESOURCES ⭐️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilytsitrian/ ⭐️ Make Me the Boss: Surviving as A Millennial Manager in the Corporate World --https://amzn.to/3O4AKq3 ⭐️ Emily's website and podcast https://emilytsitrian.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------------- MY BOOKS: ⭐️ The Software Engineering Manager Interview Guide https://amazon.com/dp/B086JMXP28 ⭐️ Time Management Tips for Engineering Managers https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08HM6LSCL BE MY FRIEND: ⭐️ My website: https://www.managersclub.com ⭐️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vidalgraupera ⭐️ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vgraupera ⭐️ ManagersClub LinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13846374/ ABOUT ME: I'm Vidal, an author, podcaster, and engineering manager working at LinkedIn in the SF Bay Area. I am on a mission to help and inspire engineering leaders everywhere! --------------------- Please note that some of the links above are affiliate links, which means that if you click on them and buy something, I get a tiny commission, which helps me keep bringing you material like this. #millennials #engineering #leadership #management #womenintech #leadershipdevelopment #careergrowth
SURVIVAL GUIDE FOR NEW MANAGERS: A Guide for Millennials
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