Re:The art of interrupting software engineers
by stlHusker on Tuesday July 30, 2019 @10:54AM
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> Seriously, think about it. How can someone who isn't qualified to do your job, actually manage you?
When put in a leadership position, above all "resist the urge to manage".
I don't want a manager, I want someone who serves the team, insulates them from unnecessary distractions, removes obstacles, etc. Someone that supports a culture of humility, respect and trust while helping to care and feed for each individual's autonomy, mastery and purpose.
I've worked on some great teams and less than 1/2 of the time these leaders could not do my job yet it did not matter (of course it was a bit "easier" when they did) because they understood the above.
When put in a leadership position, above all "resist the urge to manage".
I don't want a manager, I want someone who serves the team, insulates them from unnecessary distractions, removes obstacles, etc. Someone that supports a culture of humility, respect and trust while helping to care and feed for each individual's autonomy, mastery and purpose.
I've worked on some great teams and less than 1/2 of the time these leaders could not do my job yet it did not matter (of course it was a bit "easier" when they did) because they understood the above.