Becoming a Manager Somewhere Else - Transitioning to Management at a New Company

Explore the journey of becoming a first-time engineering manager at a new company in this insightful 31-minute talk from LeadDev San Francisco 2022. Jennifer Wong shares her personal experience transitioning into management and offers practical guidance for tech leads and engineers considering this career move. Learn how to evaluate your options when there are no management opportunities at your current workplace, identify transferable skills, and highlight leadership experience even without direct management history. Discover strategies for resume writing and interview preparation that showcase your leadership potential, understand the pros and cons of taking on your first management role at a new company, and gain valuable advice for setting yourself up for success. From building consensus and improving processes to leveraging mentorship opportunities, this talk covers the multifaceted aspects of engineering management beyond just managing people.