From Leading to Lagging: How to Stay Relevant as a Manager

Explore strategies for maintaining relevance as a manager transitioning from an engineering role in this DevConf.CZ 2023 conference talk. Discover the potential pitfalls of constantly chasing cutting-edge technologies and learn practical approaches to balance leadership with technical expertise. Gain insights on focusing on foundational skills, fostering a learning culture, and embracing failure as a growth opportunity. Understand how to stay effective and relevant without experiencing burnout, and explore topics such as changing mindsets, recognition, and addressing common challenges in the transition from engineer to manager.

Intro
Becoming a Manager
What Happened
Change Your Mindset
Recognition
Questions