To Be or Not to Be a Manager in 2020

Explore the challenges and opportunities of transitioning from a technical role to a managerial position in this 39-minute Devoxx conference talk. Gain insights into the expectations, responsibilities, and potential pitfalls of becoming a team lead or manager in the tech industry. Discover whether technical expertise is an asset or hindrance in leadership roles, and learn valuable tips for managing technical teams and projects. Benefit from personal experiences, industry insights, and book recommendations to help navigate the path from individual contributor to effective leader. Examine the motivations, difficulties, and rewards of taking on a managerial role, including the impact on technical skills and human interactions. Understand the purpose of leadership in tech and how to become an effective role model for your team.

Introduction
Purpose of this talk
A story
Purpose
Role Model
History
Single Purpose
Expectations
Expectations of people
Nonplussed
Mountain Guide
You are in good shape
You can learn from others
Book recommendation
Weirdest motivation
Money
Difficulties
Human Interaction
Technical incompetence
The ladder and the pendulum
Why this talk