Recognizing and Preventing Burnout in Software Engineering Teams

Explore a panel discussion featuring technology leaders addressing the critical issue of burnout in software engineering teams. Learn to identify signs of burnout, implement preventive measures, and foster a healthy work environment. Discover strategies for setting boundaries, allocating resources effectively, and leading by example to improve team well-being. Gain insights on managing up, promoting autonomy, and creating psychological safety across different company sizes. Understand the importance of predictability and respecting individual needs to build sustainable, high-performing engineering teams.

Introduction
What is burnout
Our role as leaders
How to recognize burnout
Respect peoples needs
Symptoms of burnout
Signs of burnout
Predictability
Managing up
Circles of influence
Audience questions
Autonomy for teams
Differences in company sizes
Psychological safety