QFM023: Engineering Leadership Reading List - June 2024
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We kick off this month's Engineering Leadership Reading List exploring the balance between technical expertise and effective management. What Andreesen Horowitz got wrong about engineering management critiques the undervaluation of middle management, emphasising their role in aligning strategic goals with ground-level execution, particularly in the evolving landscape shaped by AI advancements.
In contrast, You are a CTO, not an expensive Copilot advises CTOs to prioritise strategic tasks over coding, underlining the importance of leadership in driving tech strategies and improving team processes.
Another significant focus is the optimisation of productivity and team dynamics. The Difference Between Speed and Velocity differentiates between mere activity and purposeful progress. How Sprinting Slows You Down challenges the conventional sprint methodology, suggesting that a more flexible approach can lead to higher developer satisfaction and productivity.
We finish up exploring Why Innovation Heroes are a Sign of a Dysfunctional Organization where Steve Blank discusses the phenomenon of 'innovation heroes' in large organisations and why they are symptomatic of a dysfunctional system.
As always, the Quantum Fax Machine Propellor Hat Key will guide your browsing. Enjoy!
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