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RailsConf 2019 - You Can’t Bubblebath The Burnout Away by Jennifer Tu

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Ugh. Management. Agile was supposed to free us from that, right? Self-organized, cross-functional teams who get stuff done without that old-guard hierarchy. In this fauxtopia, some developers were more equal than others. Can we get the healthy parts back without the Lumberghs?

To bring back healthy engineering management we first must de-mystify and de-stigmatize the concept of management. In this talk we will: * Explore the context of management * Learn the responsibilities of management * Discuss the techniques of management

As a developer, you'll be equipped to understand, empathize with, and influence your boss. As a manager, you'll build a foundation to help you better serve your team.

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In her talk "You Can’t Bubblebath The Burnout Away" at RailsConf 2019, Jennifer Tu addresses the alarming problem of burnout in the tech industry. Drawing from her personal experiences, Tu explores the illusion of self-care as a solution to workplace stress and the real demands of management in engineering teams.

**Key Points Discussed:**  
- **The Reality of Burnout:** Tu describes her personal journey through burnout, emphasizing that self-care practices often mask deeper issues in workplace culture and management.  
- **Management's Role:** She discusses the necessity to demystify management, highlighting that it should not be perceived as an oppressive force but rather as a collective effort to support engineering teams.  
- **Self-Care Limitations:** Tu points out that while self-care tips can improve one's day-to-day feelings, they cannot compensate for an unsustainable work environment or a toxic workplace. Stop applying self-care without addressing the root causes of stress can lead to further depletion.  
- **Recognizing Unsustainable Situations:** Using the metaphor of “this is fine dog” in a burning room, Tu helps the audience identify when their work environment is harmful. She provides a checklist for recognizing burnout and encourages participants to assess whether their room is truly on fire.  
- **Choices in Confronting Burnout:** Three options are presented for dealing with a negative environment: change your internal state, alter external factors within your control, or escape the situation altogether.  
- **Practical Strategies:** Tu elaborates on practical steps to analyze and alter one’s environment. This includes exploring possibilities for change, seeking support, and making deliberate choices about self-care without guilt or fear of judgement.

In conclusion, Tu emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and the acknowledgment that while self-care is important, it is not a catch-all solution.  Recognizing when to change environments or seek more substantial adjustments is crucial in maintaining both personal well-being and professional satisfaction. Ultimately, she encourages developers and managers alike to engage in open dialogues about mental health and workplace conditions, fostering a community that supports each other through challenging situations.

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