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Management isn’t a promotion – it’s a career change. As you progress, you’ll face a crossroads: stay on the technical track (IC) or move into management (EM). We break down the skills required for both paths to help you decide.
Chapters:
0:00 – Introduction: The software engineering career crossroads
0:48 – The Individual Contributor (IC) Path: Deep technical satisfaction
1:01 – Influencing as an IC: Ideas, prototypes, and expertise
1:31 – The Engineering Manager (EM) Path: Organizing work & growing others
1:49 – EM Role: Empowering engineers & shaping team execution
2:08 – Not a one-way door: The career pendulum between IC and EM
2:43 – Leadership as an IC: Leading without authority
3:32 – Communicating technical vision and rationale
3:40 – Mentorship vs. sponsorship: An important distinction
4:20 – The goal: Being an effective engineer in any role
4:51 – Conclusion: Choosing your path & continuous growth
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Speaker: Addy Osmani Read More Google for Developers
