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How to Run Successful Daily Scrum Meetings

January 24, 2023January 2, 2023 by Vidal Graupera

Join Ron Lichty, Interim VP of Engineering, SW Dev Advisor, Agile consultant, and author, as he shares tips and best practices for conducting effective stand-up meetings. Also known as daily scrums, stand-ups are a crucial way for teams to stay on track and communicate with each other. In this video, Ron covers common misconceptions about stand-ups, the frequency of stand-ups, how to make them effective, the best time of day for stand-ups, and more. Whether you’re a team leader or a team member, these tips will help you get the most out of your stand-up meetings. Plus, learn about the Fist of Five technique and how to make stand-ups more engaging and interactive. Don’t miss this valuable video on stand-up meetings!

How to be BELIEVABLE & DECISIVE: Key qualities of effective leadership

November 22, 2022 by Vidal Graupera

To be an effective leader, you need to be believable and decisive. In this video, Sabry Tozin, Vice President of Engineering at LinkedIn, explains “believability,” which is an important part of being a good leader. He also discusses how and why it is important to be decisive. We’ll also show you how to avoid the mistakes that can cost you dearly. So if you’re ready to make tough choices that will improve your leadership and believability, this video is for you!

Engineering Management Lessons, Things You Need to Know, Dana Sherrell, VP Engineering

September 9, 2022September 9, 2022 by Vidal Graupera

In this video, Dana Sherrell, VP of Engineering at Boulevard, shares some of her most important lessons about engineering management. This video is a must-watch if you’re thinking about becoming an engineering manager or are already in a leadership role. She covers many topics, including going from IC to a manager, transparency — constant communication with your team, setting clear expectations, building relationships, observing others, disagreeing and committing, and more.

Engineering Leadership with Chintan Shah, VP Engineering at Collective & ex-Uber

May 30, 2022May 20, 2022 by Vidal Graupera

Chintan Shan, VP of Engineering at Collective & ex-Uber joins me this week. We talk about the Jobs to be Done framework and great advice for sourcing candidates. In addition, he shares some key points for new managers and two good book recommendations for managers.

People and Product Focused Engineering Leadership with Happy Wang

March 15, 2022 by Vidal Graupera

In this episode, I speak with Happy Wang, SVP of Engineering at Everbridge. We talk about how to be a people and product-focused engineering leader. Happy discusses her approach to hiring at startups and career development. In addition, she shares some key points for new managers and some good book recommendations for managers.

Interview with Jean Hsu, VP of Engineering at Range

May 27, 2022September 7, 2021 by Vidal Graupera

In this interview with Jean Hsu, VP of Engineering at Range and former leadership coach, we discuss the transition to a hybrid workforce, topgrading interviews, the importance of sleep, what it takes to be a great engineering leader, and more!

Interview with Jeremy Henrickson, VP Product and Engineering @ Rippling

July 31, 2021May 19, 2021 by Vidal Graupera

In this interview with Jeremy Henrickson, VP Product and Engineering @ Rippling, we discuss hiring at startups, the importance of making decisions quickly while still considering that I might be wrong, and what it takes to be a great engineering leader.

Interview with Tanaka Mutakwa, VP of Engineering at Names & Faces

March 4, 2022November 30, 2020 by Vidal Graupera

In this interview, with Tanaka Mutakwa, VP of Engineering at Names & Faces and organizer of Tech Leadership Meetup Cape Town, we discuss how to conduct culture interviews, the importance of check-ins (1:1s), plus many tips and lessons learned in transitioning to management.

Interview with Rukmini Reddy, VP of Engineering at Abstract

January 21, 2020January 20, 2020 by Vidal Graupera

In this interview (and podcast), with Rukmini Reddy, VP of Engineering at Abstract, we discuss motiving and aligning your team, working in a remote company, hiring, and tips for being organized.

Interview with Vishal Saxena, VP Global SaaS Operations at Aktana

December 30, 2019December 30, 2019 by Vidal Graupera

In this interview (and podcast), with Vishal Saxena, VP Global SaaS Operations at Aktana, we discuss handling organization change, the relationship between engineering and IT and Dev-ops, and advice for new managers.