Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
How to Unlock Product-Market Fit: Strategies for Success | Expert Insights from Vidya
03 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Learn the secrets to achieving product-market fit from renowned coach Vidya Dinamani, Product Rebels Founder & author of Ground Work, in this excl...
Accelerating AI in Your Team: Strategies for Success
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, we dive into the world of AI and how to effectively accelerate AI in your team. Our special guest, Bhavesh Mehta, an EM at Uber, shares...
Unveiling the Secrets to New Manager Success
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Starting a new management role can be daunting. To help new managers thrive, I spoke with Eric Girard, CEO of Girard Training Solutions, who shared hi...
Mastering Workplace Communication: Avoid These Common Mistakes
07 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, communication expert Gary Ross shares valuable insights into workplace communication, highlighting common mistakes people make and offe...
The Secret to Mastering Work-Life Balance ft. Jossie Haines
30 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Vidal and his special guest Jossie Haines, executive coach and former VP of Software Engineering, in this enlightening discussion on work-life ba...
How to Stay Motivated and Crush Business-Critical Projects
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, Rajesh Janakiraman, an engineering manager at Google, shares his insights and experiences on leading business critical projects while e...
Measuring Success & Performance of Managers - A Deep Dive
21 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you an Engineering Manager curious about gauging your effectiveness and success in your role? In this insightful episode, we dive deep into metric...
Red Flags and Insider Tips for Working with Recruiters
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this engaging conversation, experienced technical recruiter Kate Parton shares vital advice and insider tips for candidates seeking job opportuniti...
Managing Through Crises and Lessons Learned: Insights for Leaders
08 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we delve into the world of effective crisis management. Discover valuable insights and strategies for engineering leaders in this int...
Unlock Your Potential: The Power of Self-Promotion for Career Success
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Laura Chattington, the lead trainer at ActivateMyCareerLive.com, as she dives deep into the world of self-promotion and personal branding. With y...
How I Went from Engineer to Manager Overnight, Lessons Learned
24 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview, we follow the journey of Swathi Sundar, an engineering manager at Benchling and ex-Uber, who, as a tech lead, was suddenly made an ...
How to Run Successful Daily Scrum Meetings
03 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ron Lichty, Interim VP of Engineering, SW Dev Advisor, Agile consultant, and author, shares tips and best practices for conducting effective stand-up ...
What is Emotional Intelligence & How to Increase EQ
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss emotional intelligence and how to improve your EQ with Phil Johnson, a coach, and authority on leadership and EQ. EQ is a potent tool that ...
How Leaders Should Think About Artificial Intelligence and What They Should Do
28 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Many business leaders struggle to wrap their heads around artificial intelligence and what it could mean for their companies. In this episode, Kavita ...
How to be BELIEVABLE & DECISIVE: Key qualities of effective leadership
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
To be an effective leader, you need to be believable and decisive. In this video, Sabry Tozin, Vice President of Engineering at LinkedIn, explains "be...
SURVIVAL GUIDE FOR NEW MANAGERS: A Guide for Millennials
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Emily Tsitrian, a former manager at Stripe and author of "Make Me the Boss," takes us through what it takes to be a successful new manager in the corp...
How to Advocate for your Team: Everything You Need to Know with Mallika Rao
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mallika Rao, engineering manager at Twitter, explains what it means to advocate for your team and how to do it effectively. She shares her perspective...
Tips for Success as an Engineering Manager, José R. Arzuaga — Staff Engineering Manager, GitHub
31 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, José R. Arzuaga - Staff Engineering Manager, GitHub, covers important tips for success as an engineering leader. We discuss the...
How to Address Bias and Improve Diversity —Tacita Morway, CTO at Textio
15 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how to address bias and improve workplace diversity with Tacita Morway's advice. As CTO at Textio, she is on the front lines of addressing discr...
Engineering Management Lessons, Things You Need to Know, Dana Sherrell, VP Engineering
09 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Watch on YouTube In this video, Dana Sherrell, VP of Engineering at Boulevard, shares some of her most important lessons about engineering manag...
Engineering Management Lessons, Things You Need to Know, Agata Grzybek Engineering Manager
07 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, Agata Grzybek, engineering manager at Netflix, shares some of her most important lessons about engineering management. This video is a ...
How to Plan Your Career for Engineering Leaders: Tips and Important Advice
05 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Want to learn more about career planning? We discuss what career planning is and what the most crucial considerations are. What strategies may individ...
Crucial Lessons on Managing Up: How To Work With Your Boss | Influence | Assertive Communication
04 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What are some of the biggest challenges that people encounter in managing up? How should people speak to their manager? How to use influence. What is ...
How to be an Introverted Leader. Tips for Women, First and Second Generation Managers
29 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Introverted? Make this your superpower by learning how to be an introverted leader! I spoke to Wen Hsu, a coach who specializes in working with first-...
Engineering Management Lessons — Learn to be a great Engineering Leader with Anand Safi
20 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Learn to be a great engineering leader. This week I speak with Anand Safi, Director of Engineering at Mark43, Advisory Board Member, Mentor & Coach. W...
Leadership Lessons — Madhu Vorha Director of Engineering
10 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Learn to be a great engineering leader. This week I speak with Madhu Vohra Director of Engineering at VMWare. We talk about the ability to manage work...
Leadership Lessons — Swapna Savant Director of Engineering
29 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Learn to be a great engineering leader. This week I speak with Swapna Savant Director of Engineering at Headspace Health and founder of adaptUp. We ta...
Improve Your Presentations with Neil Thompson from Teach the Geek to Speak
21 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Teach the Geek to Speak's Neil Thompson discusses improving presentations this week. We cover: What are engineers' biggest public speaking challenges?...
Engineering Leadership with Chintan Shah, VP Engineering at Collective & ex-Uber
20 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chintan Shan, VP of Engineering at Collective & ex-Uber joins me this week. We talk about the Jobs to be Done framework and great advice for sourcing ...
Engineering Leadership with Guillermo Manzo, Senior Manager Expedia & US Marine
09 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Guillermo Manzo, Senior Engineering Manager at Expedia, joins me this week. We hear how he went from the Marine Corps to a successful engineering lead...
What is a Fractional CTO with Morgan Craft
29 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview, I speak with Morgan Craft, a fractional CTO in NYC and founder of gitBabel. We discuss what a fractional CTO is, how someone can be...
People and Product Focused Engineering Leadership with Happy Wang
16 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I speak with Happy Wang, SVP of Engineering at Everbridge. We talk about how to be a people and product-focused engineering leader. H...
Being a Great Coach with Anjuan Simmons Engineering Coach at Help Scout
06 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, I talk with Anjuan Simmons, Engineering Coach at Help Scout. We discuss how an engineering manager is like a coach. Anjuan has some g...
Effective Remote Work with James Stanier, Author and Director of Engineering at Shopify
28 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I speak with James Stanier, Author and Director of Engineering at Shopify. We talk about working remotely, various best practices, te...
Get and Pass the Engineering Leadership Interview with Kevin Doiron Executive Recruiter
18 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I speak with Kevin Dorion, my former co-worker at Uber and now an executive recruiter at Okta, on how to get and pass the Engineering...
Get and Pass the Engineering Leadership Interview with Kyle Cooper Leadership Recruiter at Meta
13 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I speak with Kyle Cooper, Leadership Recruiter at Meta, on how to get and pass the Engineering Leadership Interview. We go over how t...
Get and Pass the Engineering Leadership Interview with Flo Monier Leadership Recruiter at Airbnb
24 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I speak with Flo Monier, an Airbnb Leadership Recruiter, on how to get and pass the Engineer Leadership Interview. We go over how to ...
Interview with Shruti Venkatesh, Senior Engineering Manager at VTS
17 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Shruti Venkatesh is a Senior Engineering Manager at VTS. We discuss the ideal team member, how reading fiction can help you become a better leader, fo...
Interview with Jean Hsu, VP of Engineering at Range
08 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview with Jean Hsu, VP of Engineering at Range and former leadership coach, we discuss the transition to a hybrid workforce, topgrading i...
Being a Great Tech Executive — Interview with Aviv Ben-Yosef, Tech Exec Consultant & Author
01 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Vidal: [00:00] Good afternoon. Welcome to the latest edition of ManagersClub. I’d like to welcome Aviv Ben-Yosef to the show....
Interview with Jeremy Henrickson, VP Product and Engineering @ Rippling
20 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview with Jeremy Henrickson, VP Product and Engineering @ Rippling, we discuss hiring at startups, the importance of making decisions qui...
Interview with Yannis Pavlidis, Senior Director of Data Science at Walmart eCommerce
19 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview with Yannis Pavlidis, Senior Director of Data Science at Walmart eCommerce, we discuss what it takes to be a great engineering leade...
How to Communicate and Motivate Engineers with Charles Weindorf, Senior Vice President Of Technology at Avertra Corp
06 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How to communicate and motivate engineers with Charles Weindorf, Senior Vice President Of Technology at Avertra Corp. We discuss his new book on commu...
Interview with Rama Kulasekaran, Sr. Director of Engineering at Optum (UnitedHealth Group)
01 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview with Rama Kulasekaran, Sr. Director of Engineering at Optum (UnitedHealth Group), we discuss what it takes to be a great engineering...
Best Practices to Develop a Meaningful Relationship with your Manager
17 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
"Best Practices to Develop a Meaningful Relationship with your Manager" presented at the IEEE Rising Stars Conference in January 2021. We'll go over: ...
Kan Yilmaz, Co-Founder at Haystack, on Metrics for Engineering Teams
10 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview with Kan Yilmaz, Co-Founder at Haystack, on Metrics for Engineering Teams, we cover best practices, common mistakes, and the metrics...
Interview with Jorge Salas, Application Development Manager at Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago
02 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview with Jorge Salas, Application Development Manager at Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago, we discuss how to keep up with tech, an inte...
Interview with Mallika Rao, Software Engineering Manager at Twitter
26 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview with Mallika Rao, Software Engineering Manager at Twitter, we discuss challenges, the basics of managing well, hiring, coaching & me...
Interview with Tanaka Mutakwa, VP of Engineering at Names & Faces
30 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview, with Tanaka Mutakwa, VP of Engineering at Names & Faces and organizer of Tech Leadership Meetup Cape Town, we discuss how to conduc...
Interview with Himanshu Gahlot, Director of Engineering, Lambda School (ex-Amazon)
18 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview, with Himanshu Gahlot, Director of Engineering, Lambda School, we discuss going from IC to engineering manager, surveying your team,...
Interview with Ashok Ramaraj, Senior Engineering Manager at Sam’s Club (Walmart)
14 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview, with Ashok Ramaraj, Senior Engineering Manager at Sam's Club (Walmart), we discuss going from IC to engineering manager, should I g...
Interview with Jossie Haines, Senior Director, Platform Engineering at Tile
02 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview & podcast, with Jossie Haines, Senior Director, Platform Engineering at Tile, we discuss diversity and inclusion, women in tech, goi...
Interview with Trish Gray, Head of Business Growth at Pinterest
07 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Vidal: Today I have with me Trish Gray. Welcome, Trish, to Manager’s Club. Trish: Thanks, Vidal. It’s great to be here. Vid...
Interview with Lavanya Ramani, Software Development Manager at Amazon
11 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Vidal: Well, today, I have Lavanya Ramani with me. Lavanya, thank you for joining ManagersClub today. Lavanya: Thank you, Vidal, this is a...
Interview with Rukmini Reddy, VP of Engineering at Abstract
21 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Vidal: So, today I have with me, Rukmini Reddy. Hi Rukmini, welcome to Manager’s Club. RUKMINI: Thank you, Vidal. Thank you so much ...
Interview with Vishal Saxena, VP Global SaaS Operations at Aktana
30 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Vidal: Today I have Vishal Saxena here with me on the show. Welcome to Managers Club, Vishal. VISHAL: Thank you for inviting me. I’m...
Interview with Pei-Chin Wang, Senior Director of Product at Redfin
26 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Vidal: Good afternoon, Pei-Chin. Thank you. Well, welcome to the show. Thanks for joining me today. PEI-CHIN: Thank you. Vidal: Could y...
Interview with Randy Raw, VP of Information Security at Veterans United Home Loans
30 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Vidal: Good morning, Randy. Welcome to the Manager’s Club show. How are you? RANDY: Thank you. It’s great to be here. I’...
Interview with Federico Soria, Engineering Manager at Airbnb
10 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Vidal: Hey, so good afternoon. Today I want to welcome Federico Soria or “Fede.” Fede, thank you so much for joining the show tod...
Interview with Eugene Bochkarev, VP of Engineering at Xero
09 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Vidal: Welcome Eugene. It’s great to have you here on the show. How are you today? EUGENE: Hi Vidal. Thank you for having me here. ...
Interview with Ravi Bhim, CEO & Founder of BeautifulCode
01 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Vidal: Good afternoon. I have with me today Ravi Bhim. Hi, Ravi, welcome to the show. RAVI: Thank you, Vidal. Nice to be here. Tell us ...
Interview with Akshaya Srivatsa, Director of Engineering at Bolt
11 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Vidal: Hello, my name is Vidal Graupera and welcome to this interview on Managers Club. Today I have a special interview with my friend Aksha...
Interview with Libor Michalek, President, Technology at Affirm, Inc.
06 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Location: San Francisco Bay Area * What’s your background and how did you get into management?* What are the biggest challenges you face...
Interview with Juan Pablo Buritica Vice President of Engineering at Splice
16 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Vidal: Well, thanks. Good morning, Juan Pablo. Thank you so much for speaking to me today. JUAN PABLO: Morning, Vidal. How are you? Vidal...
Interview with Lior Gavish Senior Vice President at Barracuda Networks
21 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
* What’s your background and how did you get into management?* What are the biggest challenges you face?* What is your approach to hiring?*...