Resilient Management
by Lara Hogan
Why It Matters for Leaders
"Resilient Management" by Lara Hogan is essential for Engineering Leaders as it addresses critical leadership challenges such as navigating difficult conversations and building trust within tech teams. An actionable takeaway is to develop mentoring and coaching skills to support team members effectively, fostering a more resilient and cohesive work environment.
Who Should Read This
New engineering managers who need a compact, practical guide. Covers the essentials: 1:1s, feedback, growing people, and managing your own energy.
What's Inside
1. Core Claim: Managers can effectively lead without faking confidence or working in isolation.
2. Key Skills:
3. Developing mentoring and coaching abilities.
4. Engaging in difficult conversations.
5. Building trust among team members.
6. Practical Example: Using structured approaches to navigate challenging discussions and promote open communication within the team.
Tags
Related Content
Book Summary: 'Resilient Management' by Lara Hogan | Pat Hermens
Resilient Management, An Excerpt – A List Apart
How to Become a Great Engineering Manager - DevOps.com
Managing up - HBR
How to Become a Great Engineering Manager - DevOps.com
Makers vs Managers: The Battle Over Remote Work - Ambition & Balance
The Art of Leadership, by Michael Lopp – Eric Nehrlich, Unrepentant Generalist
Giving feedback remotely - Know Your Team | Blog