The hottest Engineering Leadership Substack posts right now

Technical debt negatively impacts developers' morale by reducing their confidence and hindering their progress
Proper management of technical debt can have a positive influence on developers' morale as it is associated with progress and gratitude
Dealing with technical debt thoughtfully and having a plan to repay it frequently can help minimize its negative impacts on engineering teams

Gene Kim shares insights on creating high-performing teams
Effective self-reviews are important for personal growth
Understanding the relationship between perfectionism and procrastination can help develop anti-procrastination techniques

Guilherme Sesterheim discusses applying Chaos Engineering to SAP systems to test and improve resilience.
It's beneficial to have a trifecta of engineering, product, and UX at senior leadership levels for better outcomes.
Anton Zaides argues that hiring only senior engineers is not the best policy and suggests considering junior engineers for fresh energy and adaptiveness.

Cultural fit is crucial in engineering teams, impacting performance and tenure. It's a continuous process that can change over time.
Language can signal cultural fit in teams. Monitoring language changes can offer insights into potential issues with team dynamics.
Using language as a tool, leaders can detect changes in cultural fit early. This can help in supporting team members better and retaining talent.

Building influence as an engineering leader requires focusing on trust, communication, and empowerment to succeed in both individual contributor and managerial roles.
Adopting GenAI can be challenging due to the pressure of the hype cycle, and understanding key considerations is crucial for successful implementation.
Having hard deadlines can significantly impact productivity and response rates, highlighting the importance of leveraging deadlines to improve team tempo and cadence.

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Visibility is crucial for effective engineering leadership, just like air traffic controllers oversee busy airspace.
Gaining visibility into software development processes helps in anticipating challenges and optimizing team performance.
Engineering leaders can benefit from tools that offer comprehensive visibility and insights for managing projects successfully.