Leaders Building Leaders: Mentoring Staff+ Engineers into Powerhouses

Discover strategies for mentoring and leading staff+ engineers in this 14-minute conference talk from LeadDev West Coast 2023. Explore the unique challenges of managing highly experienced and knowledgeable engineers, and learn how to provide effective feedback, coaching, and direction. Uncover techniques for setting clear expectations, addressing common obstacles, and establishing career progression paths for staff+ engineers. Gain insights into improving communication between engineering managers and senior technical staff to create a highly efficient team. Understand the importance of mentoring these valuable team members and avoid potential pitfalls in leadership. Apply these lessons to harness the full potential of staff+ engineers and transform them into organizational powerhouses.

Emily Thomas at LeadDev West Coast 2023