Listen "Performance Management As An Engineering Manager"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, we’ll dig into how managers can balance output, impact, and quality, set meaningful goals, and coach engineers toward growth — not just manage them. We’ll also tackle how to handle underperformance, keep top talent motivated, and build teams that stay engaged without burning out.
02:04 - Why do we measure engineering performance?
03:40 - How to measure engineering performance
11:08 - SMART goals
18:39 - Handling underperformers
27:00 - Motivating and retaining high performers
02:04 - Why do we measure engineering performance?
03:40 - How to measure engineering performance
11:08 - SMART goals
18:39 - Handling underperformers
27:00 - Motivating and retaining high performers
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