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I think a lot of developers secretly harbor the desire to start their own company, but don't realize that running a business means a lot more than just cutting great code all day long. Others may be at a point in their career where they feel stalled out and might want to see if management is right for them. Moving from a software role to a management role doesn't mean you have to sacrifice all your technical/coding skills, but it does mean you need to cultivate some new ones. Jessie is the Director of Engineering at Lookingglass Cyber Solutions. She enjoys mentoring young developers and is an active coach and participant with RailsGirls. Though she mostly spends her day herding cats, on occasion her devs let her into the code repo to do some damage. Help us caption & translate this video! http://amara.org/v/FG09/
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In the video "How to be a Boss Without the B-S" delivered by Jessie Link at RailsConf 2014, the speaker explores the transition from a technical role in software development to a management position, emphasizing that effective management is more than just overseeing people; it requires a diverse set of skills and a commitment to personal growth. Jessie outlines several key themes and actionable insights: - **Reasons to Consider Management**: Management is a career change, not merely a job change. Taking on management responsibilities provides opportunities to influence the careers of others and gain a broader perspective of the business. - **Qualities of a Good Boss**: Successful managers should care about their employees, be adaptable, possess confidence and humility, and understand the importance of integrity and empathy. - **Critical Skills**: Management involves developing communication skills, delegation abilities, and the capacity to coach and inspire team members. Managing conflict and adapting to change are also crucial skills for effective leadership. - **Project Management Competencies**: Managers should understand project tracking, risk management, and be familiar with various project management methodologies while ensuring they are good stewards of their team's workload and maintaining leadership integrity. - **Transitioning into Management**: To successfully transition, aspiring managers should find mentors, seek informal leadership opportunities, and learn about different areas of the business to expand their understanding of organizational dynamics. - **Practical Takeaways**: Jessie addresses common concerns such as whether one can continue coding after becoming a manager and how to maintain professional relationships with employees. She discusses the importance of separating personal and professional relationships and evaluates the necessity of project management certifications. In conclusion, Jessie emphasizes that good leaders lead people, not manage them like tasks, and encourages continual learning and self-assessment to foster effective leadership. The overarching message highlights that becoming a good manager requires dedication to leadership principles and the well-being of the team, much like great leaders throughout history, who influenced their fields with both hard and soft power.
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