Available training modules
For new software engineering managers, team leads and tech leads
Below you find the list of the currently available training modules of my leadership development program “Engineering Management Tapas”.
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1. Understanding the EM role
Role expectations. Typical challenges when becoming a manager. Letting go your Legos. The nature of management work. Becoming aware of your leadership motive, style and vision.
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2. Employee engagement & performance
The science behind motivation. The importance of autonomy, mastery and purpose. Predictors of high engagement and performance. Motivating your people. Creating an environment where people can thrive
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3. Effective 1-to-1 meetings
Why 1:1s are critical. Making your 1:1s more productive. Desired outcomes: Making people feel connected, engaged, valued, aligned and supported. Fostering a coaching habit.
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4. People & career development
Giving feedback. Setting expectations. People development based on strengths & values. Career laddering. Running performance reviews that bring value.
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5. Creating safe & inclusive environments
The power of psychological safety for learning, innovation and growth. Building trust. Positive error cultures. Situational humility. Diverse teams and being inclusive as a leader
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6. Improving software delivery performance
The “Accelerate” State of the DevOps research. The 24 key drivers of software delivery performance. Burnout & making work sustainable. DORA metrics. Limitations of quantitative metrics. The SPACE framework. Measuring developer experience (DX)