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Ensems El Barça: el refugi polític dels catalans?El Barça és on s'amaga el virus que som els catalans. Quan els espanyols ens posen la vacuna per destruir-nos, ens refugiem al Barça per expressar la nostra veritat política. Per això ens volen ficar al cap que hem de separar el futbol de la política, una idea absurda que no fa cap sentit en cap lloc del món.El Barça expressa les nostres batalles polítiques perquè amb el Barça es poden dir totes les coses que no diem gairebé enlloc més, en particular a la política: parlar d...

2025-10-2258 min

Ensems El català està tocat de mort o interessa a l'Estat que ho pensem?Les dades de l'enquesta d'usos lingüístics de 2023 no són bones per al català. L'ús social de la llengua gairebé frega el terç i té 100.000 parlants habituals menys. Tammateix, alguns voldrien que les interpretéssim com que està tot perdut, i que qualsevol política per enfortir el català és inútil, i no és així. Hi ha marge per fer polítiques que catalanitzin el país, incloent els fills de la immigració, i així fer-lo ric i ple. Perquè si no es fa, aquests seran espanyols, parlaran espanyol i el país serà pobre.En aque...

2025-02-231h 01

Management Development Unlocked - Management & Leadership Training Unlocking the Manager's Superpower with Vidal GrauperaThis episode of Management Development Unlocked features Vidal Graupera. Vidal is an entrepreneur who is currently building an AI coaching platform. Initially, his AI platform is focused on job interviewing. He also runs a website and a podcast called ManagersClub and served as an engineering manager in the past. Vidal is also an author.In this episode, you’ll hear:What makes one-on-ones a manager’s superpower, and why they can help build trust and connection as well as offer valuable feedback to team members.The purpose of a one-on-one and the opportunities they provide your team...

2023-10-3120 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers How to Unlock Product-Market Fit: Strategies for Success | Expert Insights from VidyaLearn the secrets to achieving product-market fit from renowned coach Vidya Dinamani, Product Rebels Founder & author of Ground Work, in this exclusive interview with Vidal. Vidya shares invaluable insights on discovering your market needs, validating customers, and creating a winning MVP. You'll get actionable tips on: * Defining your target customer and their underserved needs (09:53) * Prioritizing qualitative research to truly understand your users (29:51) * Avoiding common product manager mistakes like focusing on the wrong metrics (46:23) * Using grassroots tactics to iteratively build what users want (43:28) * Recognizing when you've achieved product-market fit (50:33) This conversation is packed with practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and...

2023-10-0350 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Accelerating AI in Your Team: Strategies for SuccessIn 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 his experiences and insights on leveraging AI technologies. From the potential of AI in transforming organizations to the challenges and opportunities it brings, we explore key learnings and strategies for success. Discover how AI can enhance productivity, change the role of engineering managers, and pave the way for a future of innovation. Join us in this enlightening and thought-provoking discussion on how to become an AI-first organization. Key Points: ...

2023-09-2644 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Unveiling the Secrets to New Manager SuccessStarting a new management role can be daunting. To help new managers thrive, I spoke with Eric Girard, CEO of Girard Training Solutions, who shared his top tips for leadership success. In this practical video, Eric reveals common new manager mistakes and how to avoid them. He explains the importance of setting clear goals, delegating effectively, and transitioning from individual work to leading a team. Additional topics include: - Cultivating empathy and emotional intelligence as a manager - Creating an inclusive environment and seeking diverse perspectives - Finding mentors and coaches to accelerate your growth - Building trust through...

2023-09-1134 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Mastering Workplace Communication: Avoid These Common MistakesIn this video, communication expert Gary Ross shares valuable insights into workplace communication, highlighting common mistakes people make and offering strategies for improvement. Discover the importance of clarity in communication and learn how to check understanding effectively without being repetitive. Gary also discusses the role of nonverbal communication, such as body language, and provides tips for managing up and communicating with senior executives. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your communication skills and become a more effective leader. Subscribe to our channel for more valuable content like this! Key Points: (00:00) - Introduction (00:10): The importance of promising clarity instead of...

2023-08-0734 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers The Secret to Mastering Work-Life Balance ft. Jossie HainesJoin Vidal and his special guest Jossie Haines, executive coach and former VP of Software Engineering, in this enlightening discussion on work-life balance, or as Jossie prefers to call it, work-life integration. The concept may seem like a contradiction at first. Still, Jossie delves deep into its philosophy and discusses the importance of prioritizing self-care and setting strict boundaries between work and personal life. Jossie shares her experiences and challenges in the tech industry and talks about her transition from an engineering VP to a women's executive coach. She also shares her insights on how inclusivity can improve a...

2023-06-3039 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers How to Stay Motivated and Crush Business-Critical ProjectsIn this video, Rajesh Janakiraman, an engineering manager at Google, shares his insights and experiences on leading business critical projects while ensuring his team remains motivated and doesn't burn out. Business critical projects can be intense, high visibility deadlines that often shift roadmaps and include executive-level oversight. Building the right team, maintaining communication, and managing expectations around these challenging projects are crucial to preventing burnout and driving results. Join us as we discuss the following: - How Rajesh defines critical business projects - The effects of business-critical projects on a team's motivation and performance - Approaches to foster an...

2023-05-3127 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Measuring Success & Performance of Managers - A Deep DiveAre you an Engineering Manager curious about gauging your effectiveness and success in your role? In this insightful episode, we dive deep into metrics and stakeholder management with Ivan Bilan, an experienced engineering manager. Discover the core metrics for measuring engineering manager performance in people leadership, product quality, delivery, and self-promotion, and learn the importance of stakeholder management in driving team success. In this video, we will be looking at how to measure success and performance for managers. We'll be exploring different methods and tools that managers can use to measure their own success, as well as the success...

2023-05-2134 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Red Flags and Insider Tips for Working with RecruitersIn this engaging conversation, experienced technical recruiter Kate Parton shares vital advice and insider tips for candidates seeking job opportunities in the tech industry. She discusses red flags to watch for, navigating compensation discussions, common misconceptions about the recruiting process, and how to make the most of your partnership with a recruiter. Discover the role of social media and the rise of AI in the hiring process. Kate shares valuable tips and advice on making your job search and interview process smoother and more successful. Tune in for an insider's perspective on the world of recruitment and how to...

2023-05-1639 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Managing Through Crises and Lessons Learned: Insights for LeadersIn this episode, we delve into the world of effective crisis management. Discover valuable insights and strategies for engineering leaders in this interview with Hima Madala, a seasoned engineering manager at Disney with a proven track record of leading teams through crises. Hima shares her experiences and lessons learned from managing up to senior management during a crisis. She emphasizes the significance of transparency, trust, and clear expectations in fostering successful communication and collaboration with senior management during challenging times. We also explore engineering managers' critical role in managing customers and peers during a crisis. Hima discusses the importance...

2023-05-0819 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Unlock Your Potential: The Power of Self-Promotion for Career SuccessJoin Laura Chattington, the lead trainer at ActivateMyCareerLive.com, as she dives deep into the world of self-promotion and personal branding. With years of experience coaching professionals to elevate their careers, Laura shares valuable insights and success stories from her own journey and that of her clients. In this informative and engaging video, Laura Chattington covers essential topics such as: * The importance of self-promotion for career advancement * Common myths and misconceptions about self-promotion * Overcoming challenges and fears related to self-promotion * Authentic self-promotion techniques that don't feel "salesy" * Building a strong personal brand * Showcasing strengths and accomplishments without arrogance * Balancing...

2023-04-2125 min

Software Engineering Radio - the podcast for professional software developers Vidal Graupera on Manager 1-1 with Direct ReportsVidal Graupera, an Engineering Manager at LinkedIn, speaks with SE Radio's Brijesh Ammanath about the importance of managers' one-on-one meetings with direct reports. They start by considering how a 1:1 meeting differs from other meetings...

2023-02-1555 min

Software Engineering Radio - The Podcast for Professional Software Developers Vidal Graupera on Manager 1-1 with Direct ReportsVidal Graupera, an Engineering Manager at LinkedIn, speaks with SE Radio's Brijesh Ammanath about the importance of managers' one-on-one meetings with direct reports. They start by considering how a 1:1 meeting differs from other meetings...

2023-02-1555 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers How I Went from Engineer to Manager Overnight, Lessons LearnedIn 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 engineering manager overnight. Through her personal experiences, Swathi shares the challenges and lessons she learned during this transition period. From managing expectations and leading a team to deal with the pressure and responsibilities of the new software engineering manager role, this video offers valuable insights for anyone looking to move into a management position in the tech industry. Watch now to learn how she navigated this sudden change and emerged as a successful...

2023-01-2431 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers How to Run Successful Daily Scrum MeetingsRon Lichty, Interim VP of Engineering, SW Dev Advisor, Agile consultant, and author, shares tips and best practices for conducting effective stand-up meetings. Also known as daily scrums, stand-ups are a crucial way for teams to stay on track and communicate with each other. In this conversation, Ron covers common misconceptions about stand-ups, the frequency of stand-ups, how to make them effective, the best time of day for stand-ups, and more. Whether you're a team leader or a team member, these tips will help you get the most out of your stand-up meetings. Plus, learn about the Fi...

2023-01-0324 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers What is Emotional Intelligence & How to Increase EQWe 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 can aid in your leadership success. If you're interested in learning more about emotional intelligence, check out this video! We'll discuss everything you need to know about emotional intelligence, from the definition to how to increase your EQ. By the end of this video, you'll have a better understanding of what emotional intelligence is and how you can use it to your advantage! Transcript: https://managersclub.com/what-is-emotional-intelligence-how-to-increase-eq/ --- ...

2022-12-1322 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers How Leaders Should Think About Artificial Intelligence and What They Should DoMany business leaders struggle to wrap their heads around artificial intelligence and what it could mean for their companies. In this episode, Kavita Ganesan, author of The Business Case for AI, will explore how leaders should think about AI and what they should do to ensure that their companies are prepared for the future. We'll also bust some of the most common AI myths and show how businesses can benefit from AI. So if you're a leader who wants to stay ahead of the curve, this video is a must-listen! The Business Case for AI: A Leader’s...

2022-11-2822 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers How to be BELIEVABLE & DECISIVE: Key qualities of effective leadershipTo be an effective leader, you need to be believable and decisive. In this video, Sabry Tozin, Vice President of Engineering at LinkedIn, explains "believability," which is an important part of being a good leader. He also discusses how and why it is important to be decisive. We'll also show you how to avoid the mistakes that can cost you dearly. So if you're ready to make tough choices that will improve your leadership and believability, this video is for you! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/managersclub/support

2022-11-2230 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers SURVIVAL GUIDE FOR NEW MANAGERS: A Guide for MillennialsEmily 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 corporate world. If you're a millennial looking for tips on being a successful manager, this video is definitely for you! We'll outline everything you need to know to be a successful manager and lead your team to success! We cover a wide range of topics, including the challenges and different responsibilities of being a manager, how to offer difficult feedback, how to manage people who are older than you, how...

2022-11-1426 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers How to Advocate for your Team: Everything You Need to Know with Mallika RaoMallika Rao, engineering manager at Twitter, explains what it means to advocate for your team and how to do it effectively. She shares her perspective and tips on the promotion process, how to develop strong promo packets, why to be aggressive on promotions, working with committees, and many other tips for advancing your direct reports' careers as engineers. This podcast is a must listen if you're looking to be an effective advocate and earn the loyalty of your team! We also discuss hiring and managing multiple teams and remote and cross-geographical team-building. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters...

2022-11-0733 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Tips for Success as an Engineering Manager, José R. Arzuaga — Staff Engineering Manager, GitHubIn this conversation, José R. Arzuaga - Staff Engineering Manager, GitHub, covers important tips for success as an engineering leader. We discuss the importance of advice for managers starting out, time management, diversity, hiring, uncomfortable feedback, how you would find a good mentor, book recommendations, and how to create an effective team. This video is a must-watch if you're thinking about becoming an engineering manager or are already in a leadership role. By following these tips, you'll be able to lead your team to success and achieve your goals! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/s...

2022-10-3130 min

Geeks Who Lead Podcast Short Byte: Vidal Graupera - Challenges of being an engineering managerOften, developers are just thrown into engineering management with little to no training. 'Congratulations, today you're the manager,' and they don't know what to do. It's a totally different job." Vidal Graupera has spent years gathering insights into and working through the challenges of being an engineering manager. Join us as we discuss lessons learned on transitioning into the role, methods to lessen the learning curve, and how he overcame some of his hardest challenges as an engineering manager.PARTNERThanks to our partner CloudZero — Cloud Cost Intelligence Platform. Control cost an...

2022-09-1531 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers How to Address Bias and Improve Diversity —Tacita Morway, CTO at TextioLearn 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 discrimination and improving diversity. In this inspiring talk, Tacita shares her experiences with bias and offers practical advice for improving diversity in the workplace. She advises how to build a pipeline, interview in a non-biased way, the pitfalls of referral programs, and more. We uncover reasons underrepresented minorities, women, and marginalized groups often get stuck at the bottom of the hierarchy and leave and what we can do about it. This talk is a must-watch...

2022-09-1532 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Engineering Management Lessons, Things You Need to Know, Dana Sherrell, VP Engineering Watch on YouTube In this video, Dana Sherrell, VP of Engineering at Boulevard, shares some of her most important lessons about engineering management. This video is a must-watch if you’re thinking about becoming an engineering manager or are already in a leadership role. She covers many topics, including going from IC to a manager, transparency — constant communication with your team, setting clear expectations, building relationships, observing others, disagreeing and committing, and more. CHAPTERS * 0:00 Introduction * 0:28 Your background and how you got into leadership? * 4:00 What are some...

2022-09-0928 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Engineering Management Lessons, Things You Need to Know, Agata Grzybek Engineering ManagerIn this video, Agata Grzybek, engineering manager at Netflix, shares some of her most important lessons about engineering management. This video is a must-watch if you're thinking about becoming an engineering manager or are already in a leadership role. She covers many topics, including burnout, meditation, women in tech, coaching, productivity, non-violent communication (NVC), and more. She also shares her thoughts on engineering managers' challenges and opportunities. This is a must-watch for anyone interested in engineering management! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/managersclub/support

2022-09-0734 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers How to Plan Your Career for Engineering Leaders: Tips and Important AdviceWant to learn more about career planning? We discuss what career planning is and what the most crucial considerations are. What strategies may individuals use to increase the clarity of their career planning? How would you go about career planning, particularly as a manager or leader in engineering? Why do some individuals stay in middle management while others are on this fast track and go to the vice president level? Find out more now! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/managersclub/support

2022-09-0523 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Crucial Lessons on Managing Up: How To Work With Your Boss | Influence | Assertive CommunicationWhat 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 assertive communication? And how to ask for what you want. Plus important advice for those raised not to disagree with authority. You will leave with resources to develop the skill of managing up. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/managersclub/support

2022-07-0421 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers How to be an Introverted Leader. Tips for Women, First and Second Generation ManagersIntroverted? 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- and second-generation female leaders. The benefits and drawbacks of being a first or second-generation immigrant are explored. We cover why imposter syndrome can be a good thing! We also talk about double standards for women in tech, how to keep women in the field, and how to help them succeed as engineering leaders. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/managersclub/support

2022-06-2931 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Engineering Management Lessons — Learn to be a great Engineering Leader with Anand SafiLearn to be a great engineering leader. This week I speak with Anand Safi, Director of Engineering at Mark43, Advisory Board Member, Mentor & Coach. We talk about what is important to look for in hiring, the importance of having a routine and themes for the day, strategy, ruthless prioritization, focussing on people's strengths, and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/managersclub/support

2022-06-2037 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Leadership Lessons — Madhu Vorha Director of EngineeringLearn 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, life, kids all of that, given that our lives and work have blended so well, the necessity of inclusive job descriptions in hiring, the importance of hiring, focusing on your strengths, relinquishing control, and more! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/managersclub/support

2022-06-1025 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Leadership Lessons — Swapna Savant Director of EngineeringLearn to be a great engineering leader. This week I speak with Swapna Savant Director of Engineering at Headspace Health and founder of adaptUp. We talk about presenting to executives, the necessity of inclusive job descriptions in hiring, self-awareness, setting realistic goals rather than aiming for the stars, plus networking ideas, and more! #engineering #leadership #management #womenintech --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/managersclub/support

2022-05-2927 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Improve Your Presentations with Neil Thompson from Teach the Geek to SpeakTeach the Geek to Speak's Neil Thompson discusses improving presentations this week. We cover: What are engineers' biggest public speaking challenges? How should presenters prepare? What's the difference between non-technical and technical audiences? Does the rise of WFH affect how to do presentations over Zoom vs. face-to-face best? And more! Transcript at https://managersclub.com/improve-your-presentations/ 0:08 Tell us a bit about yourself and how did you get into teaching about public speaking? 02:22 How would you define a great public speaker? 03:43 What are the most common difficulties engineers have from doing well at public speaking?

2022-05-2120 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Engineering Leadership with Chintan Shah, VP Engineering at Collective & ex-UberChintan 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 candidates. In addition, he shares some key points for new managers and two good book recommendations for managers. Transcript at https://managersclub.com/engineering-leadership-chintan-shah-vp-engineering/ 0:01 Introduction 0:22 What’s your background, and how did you get into management? 2:17 What are the biggest challenges you face as an engineering leader? 3:01 Could you share with us a lesson you learned as an engineering leader? 6:47 Hiring is an important function of ma...

2022-05-2031 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Engineering Leadership with Guillermo Manzo, Senior Manager Expedia & US MarineGuillermo Manzo, Senior Engineering Manager at Expedia, joins me this week. We hear how he went from the Marine Corps to a successful engineering leader. Guillermo offers leadership and delegation tips. We discuss hiring diversity. And we cover his approach to career advancement and leveling up his direct reports among other things. Transcript at https://managersclub.com/engineering-leadership-guillermo-manzo-senior-manager-expedia-us-marine/ 0:01 Introduction 0:22 What’s your background, and how did you get into management? 3:48 What are the biggest challenges you face as an engineering leader? 6:18 Could you share with us a lesson you learned as an engineering le...

2022-05-0925 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers What is a Fractional CTO with Morgan CraftIn 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 become one, the challenges, the business of being a fractional CTO, including how much money engineering leaders can make doing it. Morgan also shares some great advice on running a consultancy business and a startup, working with startups, time management, and book recommendations. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/managersclub/support

2022-03-2932 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers People and Product Focused Engineering Leadership with Happy WangIn 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. Happy discusses her approach to hiring at startups and career development. In addition, she shares some key points for new managers and some good book recommendations for managers. #womenintech #engineering #leadership #svp --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/managersclub/support

2022-03-1636 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Being a Great Coach with Anjuan Simmons Engineering Coach at Help ScoutIn 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 great advice for aspiring engineering managers. We discuss a key insight between dissatisfaction and satisfaction. He talks about his player-centric approach, unique approach to time management, as well as some great reading recommendations and critical insights. It's a long episode, but I think you will find it worthwhile. #engineering #leadership #coaching #BlackInTech --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/managersclub/support

2022-03-0647 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Effective Remote Work with James Stanier, Author and Director of Engineering at ShopifyIn this episode, I speak with James Stanier, Author and Director of Engineering at Shopify. We talk about working remotely, various best practices, team building, valuable resources for working remotely, how hiring has changed, and his new book Effective Remote Work. In addition, James offers advice for managers who are just starting out. You will also learn how James manages his time and a book recommendation for engineering leaders. #enginering #leadership #management #wfh --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/managersclub/support

2022-02-2818 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Get and Pass the Engineering Leadership Interview with Kevin Doiron Executive RecruiterIn 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 Leadership Interview. We go over how to get an interview, what to put on LinkedIn profile, crucial questions you should ask, and negotiating an offer. #leadership #management #interviewtips #engineering --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/managersclub/support

2022-02-1820 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Get and Pass the Engineering Leadership Interview with Kyle Cooper Leadership Recruiter at MetaIn 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 to get an interview, preparation, common reasons people don’t get hired, and negotiating an offer. #leadership #management #interviewtips #engineering --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/managersclub/support

2022-02-1319 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Get and Pass the Engineering Leadership Interview with Flo Monier Leadership Recruiter at AirbnbIn 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 get an interview, preparation, common reasons people don't get hired, and negotiating an offer among other things. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/managersclub/support

2022-01-2417 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Interview with Shruti Venkatesh, Senior Engineering Manager at VTSShruti Venkatesh is a Senior Engineering Manager at VTS. We discuss the ideal team member, how reading fiction can help you become a better leader, four coaching questions she asks her directs twice a year, what it takes to be a great engineering leader, and more in this interview. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/managersclub/support

2021-09-1824 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Interview with Jean Hsu, VP of Engineering at RangeIn this interview with Jean Hsu, VP of Engineering at Range and former leadership coach, we discuss the transition to a hybrid workforce, topgrading interviews, the importance of sleep, what it takes to be a great engineering leader, and more! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/managersclub/support

2021-09-0836 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Being a Great Tech Executive — Interview with Aviv Ben-Yosef, Tech Exec Consultant & Author Vidal: [00:00] Good afternoon. Welcome to the latest edition of ManagersClub. I’d like to welcome Aviv Ben-Yosef to the show. How are you? Aviv: [00:09] Hi. I’m great. Thank you for having me. What’s your background and how did you get into management? Vidal: [00:12] Thanks for coming on. I was looking at your background, but maybe you could tell a little bit about yourself to our listeners. I know y...

2021-08-0142 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Interview with Jeremy Henrickson, VP Product and Engineering @ RipplingIn this interview with Jeremy Henrickson, VP Product and Engineering @ Rippling, we discuss hiring at startups, the importance of making decisions quickly while still considering that I might be wrong, and what it takes to be a great engineering leader. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/managersclub/support

2021-05-2019 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Interview with Yannis Pavlidis, Senior Director of Data Science at Walmart eCommerceIn this interview with Yannis Pavlidis, Senior Director of Data Science at Walmart eCommerce, we discuss what it takes to be a great engineering leader, differences between engineering and data science, psychological safety, and hiring and conducting interviews during the pandemic. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/managersclub/support

2021-05-1921 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers How to Communicate and Motivate Engineers with Charles Weindorf, Senior Vice President Of Technology at Avertra CorpHow to communicate and motivate engineers with Charles Weindorf, Senior Vice President Of Technology at Avertra Corp. We discuss his new book on communication, tips to be a great new engineering leader, and several lessons from the US Navy. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/managersclub/support

2021-04-0630 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Interview with Rama Kulasekaran, Sr. Director of Engineering at Optum (UnitedHealth Group)In this interview with Rama Kulasekaran, Sr. Director of Engineering at Optum (UnitedHealth Group), we discuss what it takes to be a great engineering leader, psychological safety, the importance of networking, three book recommendations, and mentorship. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/managersclub/support

2021-03-0128 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Best Practices to Develop a Meaningful Relationship with your Manager"Best Practices to Develop a Meaningful Relationship with your Manager" presented at the IEEE Rising Stars Conference in January 2021. We'll go over: introduction, how to think about this topic, one-on-one meetings, how to ask for feedback, how to manage up, manage out, how to manage yourself, and some bonus tips, and then we'll have some time for Q&A. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/managersclub/support

2021-02-1734 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Kan Yilmaz, Co-Founder at Haystack, on Metrics for Engineering TeamsIn this interview with Kan Yilmaz, Co-Founder at Haystack, on Metrics for Engineering Teams, we cover best practices, common mistakes, and the metrics to track for product engineering and DevOps teams to help you as an engineering leader! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/managersclub/support

2021-02-1018 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Interview with Jorge Salas, Application Development Manager at Federal Home Loan Bank of ChicagoIn this interview with Jorge Salas, Application Development Manager at Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago, we discuss how to keep up with tech, an interview question to ask, approaching difficult conversations, and how learning improv can help you as an engineering leader. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/managersclub/support

2021-02-0223 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Interview with Mallika Rao, Software Engineering Manager at TwitterIn this interview with Mallika Rao, Software Engineering Manager at Twitter, we discuss challenges, the basics of managing well, hiring, coaching & mentoring new hires, and mountain climbing! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/managersclub/support

2021-01-2639 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Interview with Tanaka Mutakwa, VP of Engineering at Names & FacesIn this interview, with Tanaka Mutakwa, VP of Engineering at Names & Faces and organizer of Tech Leadership Meetup Cape Town, we discuss how to conduct culture interviews, the importance of check-ins (1:1s), plus many tips and lessons learned in transitioning to management. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/managersclub/support

2020-11-3035 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Interview with Himanshu Gahlot, Director of Engineering, Lambda School (ex-Amazon)In this interview, with Himanshu Gahlot, Director of Engineering, Lambda School, we discuss going from IC to engineering manager, surveying your team, coaching with the GROW model, plus many tips and lessons learned. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/managersclub/support

2020-10-1832 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Interview with Ashok Ramaraj, Senior Engineering Manager at Sam’s Club (Walmart)In this interview, with Ashok Ramaraj, Senior Engineering Manager at Sam's Club (Walmart), we discuss going from IC to engineering manager, should I get an MBA, and many lessons learned. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/managersclub/support

2020-07-1439 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Interview with Jossie Haines, Senior Director, Platform Engineering at TileIn this interview & podcast, with Jossie Haines, Senior Director, Platform Engineering at Tile, we discuss diversity and inclusion, women in tech, going from IC to engineering manager, and time management. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/managersclub/support

2020-06-0226 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Interview with Trish Gray, Head of Business Growth at Pinterest Vidal: Today I have with me Trish Gray. Welcome, Trish, to Manager’s Club. Trish: Thanks, Vidal. It’s great to be here. Vidal: Thanks. It’s great to have you. Trish, maybe we could start out a little bit … maybe you could tell people a little bit about your current role and what you do. Trish: Yeah. Currently, I’m the head of business growth at Pinterest. Growth is a discipline that is emerging quite powerfully in the Bay Area r...

2020-04-0742 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Interview with Lavanya Ramani, Software Development Manager at Amazon Vidal: Well, today, I have Lavanya Ramani with me. Lavanya, thank you for joining ManagersClub today. Lavanya: Thank you, Vidal, this is a great opportunity. I appreciate this. What’s your background and how did you get into management? Vidal: Maybe we could start a little bit, tell us about your background, maybe what you do now, how you got into management. Tell us a little bit about yourself? Lavanya: Sure. I graduated from India af...

2020-02-1131 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Interview with Rukmini Reddy, VP of Engineering at Abstract Vidal: So, today I have with me, Rukmini Reddy. Hi Rukmini, welcome to Manager’s Club. RUKMINI: Thank you, Vidal. Thank you so much for having me. Vidal: My pleasure. Rukmini could you start out, maybe tell us a little about your current role, what you do. RUKMINI: Absolutely. So, I’m currently the VP of Engineering at a hyper-growth startup in the Bay area. I lead a team of about 45 engineers and we are a remote-first company.

2020-01-2118 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Interview with Vishal Saxena, VP Global SaaS Operations at Aktana 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 looking forward to our discussion. It’s great to be here. What’s your background? Vidal: Awesome. Maybe you could start out a little bit. Tell us a little about your current role, what you do, I guess a little bit of background on yourself. VISHAL: Sure. I’m Vice Presiden...

2019-12-3021 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Interview with Pei-Chin Wang, Senior Director of Product at Redfin Vidal: Good afternoon, Pei-Chin. Thank you. Well, welcome to the show. Thanks for joining me today. PEI-CHIN: Thank you. Vidal: Could you maybe introduce yourself, say a little bit about where you’re located and what your current role is? PEI-CHIN: Yeah, so I work at Redfin and we help people buy and sell homes. Currently, I’m a senior director of product at Redfin, leading our consumer facing products, so this includes acquiring new customers, thinking about how we e...

2019-12-2621 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Interview with Randy Raw, VP of Information Security at Veterans United Home Loans Vidal: Good morning, Randy. Welcome to the Manager’s Club show. How are you? RANDY: Thank you. It’s great to be here. I’m doing well. Tell us about Yourself Vidal: Maybe we could start off, tell us about your background. Well actually where do you work now? What’s your current role? RANDY: Sure, I’m the vice president of information security at Veterans United Home Loans. We are a VA loan origination company, s...

2019-10-3034 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Interview with Federico Soria, Engineering Manager at Airbnb Vidal: Hey, so good afternoon. Today I want to welcome Federico Soria or “Fede.” Fede, thank you so much for joining the show today. FEDE: Thank you for having me. Vidal: Fede, could you maybe tell people a little bit where you work and what your role is? Tell us about Yourself FEDE: Yeah, for sure. I’m an engineering manager for the Luxe hosting platform team. So basically Luxe, it’s one of the business...

2019-10-1022 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Interview with Eugene Bochkarev, VP of Engineering at Xero 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. Tell us about Yourself Vidal: Could you tell me a little bit about your role and what does Xero do? EUGENE: I’m VP of engineering in San Francisco office of Xero. Xero is online accounting system for small businesses. We provide the whole spectrum of tools on web and...

2019-10-0944 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Interview with Ravi Bhim, CEO & Founder of BeautifulCode 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 about Yourself Vidal: Ravi, maybe you could tell people a little about your role and what Beautiful Code does. And by the way, I love the name, cool name. RAVI: Thank you. Yeah, so I am the founder of Beautiful Code. I set up Beautiful Code in 2013. And the...

2019-10-0132 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Interview with Akshaya Srivatsa, Director of Engineering at Bolt Vidal: Hello, my name is Vidal Graupera and welcome to this interview on Managers Club. Today I have a special interview with my friend Akshaya, Director of Engineering at Bolt. Among other things, we are going to deep dive into context switching, task management and some of the special things he does to stand out in recruiting which you may find interesting if you don’t work at a big name company like Google or Facebook. So without further ado, here we go! Vidal: Good afternoon. Akshaya we...

2019-09-1122 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Interview with Libor Michalek, President, Technology at Affirm, Inc. Location: San Francisco Bay Area * What’s your background and how did you get into management?* What are the biggest challenges you face?* What is your approach to hiring?* What’s your advice for managers who are just starting out?* What’s your workday like and how do you manage your time, emails, etc.?* What’s a personal habit that contributes to your success?* Share an internet resource or tool that you can’t live without.* If you could recommend one book to managers, what would it be and why?* What is your ap...

2019-08-0628 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Interview with Juan Pablo Buritica Vice President of Engineering at Splice Vidal: Well, thanks. Good morning, Juan Pablo. Thank you so much for speaking to me today. JUAN PABLO: Morning, Vidal. How are you? Vidal: I’m great, thanks. Could you maybe start, maybe tell people a little about your current role and where you’re located? JUAN PABLO: Sure. I live in New York City. I moved here from Colombia about 10 years ago. I’m currently the VP of Engineering at a company called Splice, which we like to say we’re a music co...

2019-06-1633 min

Managers Club, Interviews and Resources for Engineering Managers Interview with Lior Gavish Senior Vice President at Barracuda Networks * What’s your background and how did you get into management?* What are the biggest challenges you face?* What is your approach to hiring?* What’s your advice for managers who are just starting out?* What’s your workday like and how do you manage your time, emails, etc.?* What’s a personal habit that contributes to your success?* Share an internet resource or tool that you can’t live without.* If you could recommend one book to managers, what would it be and why?* What is your approach to mentoring and coaching members of your team...

2019-05-2131 min

The App Guy Archive 1: The first 100 App Guy Podcast interviews with Paul Kemp - The App Guy The App Guy Podcast - Episode 18 : Vidal Graupera co author of Pro Smartphone Cross-Platform DevelopmentIn this episode, I interview Vidal Graupera - co author of "Pro Smartphone Cross-Platform Development”. Vidal is the Engineering Leader at WalmartLabs, Entrepreneur, and Completely Hands on Senior Ruby on Rails & Mobile Developer.

2015-11-3000 min