Management

I used the sandwich approach when giving constructive feedback to engineers. I'd start with the good things, discuss what needed to change, then finish with something good again. I wanted the conversation to end on a positive note. I later moved away from that approach. My concern was that the person could leave unsure how … Read more

Moving from engineer to engineering manager changed more than I expected. I led people before I had a management title. I knew the work, helped others get started and spoke up when I thought a decision was wrong. I assumed the management title would make that responsibility official. My decisions now affected other people’s work … Read more