Almost two decades ago when I was an engineer, I took great pleasure in getting things done, and being on the ground to execute tasks.
When I first became an engineer manager, I missed that, in fact, I missed that a lot. I felt that if I wasn’t doing any hands-on work, I wasn’t being productive.
It took me a while to understand and accept that planning, strategic thinking and making sure my team can deliver and execute effectively is much more important for an engineering manager.
Being a leader is a privilege.
With that, I encourage you to enjoy your role as an engineering leader. If you are in a situation that is less than ideal, use your privilege and energy to make things better instead of feeling helpless.
- Leverage this Toolkit as a guide and use the master checklists consisting of steps & recommendations to help you think through important factors.
- Explore the resources provided to dig deeper into any particular topic.
- Use templates, posters and decks provided to fast-track your application of knowledge.
However, remember that no tool can replace your critical thinking and empathy.
As a CTO, VP of Engineering or a Senior Technology Leader, you have the power and responsibility to make a great impact on your people, your teams, your organisation and your customers.
This Toolkit is not just about strategy nor is it just a list of steps; it is about how to think, plan, lead, communicate and execute in a way that encourages accountability, improves creativity, and moves your technology organisation forward in the post-Covid future.
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