Quick Start - 1-on-1 Conversation Guide
As a Tech Lead/Manager:
Opening:
"How are you doing this week?"
Career Development:
"What are your goals for the next 6 months?"
"What skills do you want to develop?"
"How can I support your growth?"
Feedback:
"You did well on X because Y"
"For next time, consider Z"
Closing: "How can I help you succeed?"
## Core Competencies
### Leadership
- Vision setting
- Strategic thinking
- Decision-making
- Team motivation
- Conflict resolution
- Delegation
### Communication
- Clear writing
- Public speaking
- Active listening
- Feedback delivery
- Storytelling
### Management
- Hiring and recruitment
- Performance management
- Career development
- 1-on-1s
- Team building
### Business Skills
- Financial literacy
- Metrics and data
- Stakeholder management
- Negotiation
- Networking
## Career Progression
**IC Track**: Engineer → Senior → Staff → Principal
**Management Track**: Engineer → Manager → Director → VP
**Specialist Track**: Engineer → Expert → Distinguished
## Best Practices
1. **Communication** - Clear and frequent
2. **Mentoring** - Invest in people
3. **Continuous Learning** - Stay current
4. **Documentation** - Clear decision records
5. **Feedback** - Regular and actionable
6. **Balance** - Work-life equilibrium
7. **Growth Mindset** - Embrace learning
8. **Accountability** - Own decisions
## Resources
- [The Manager's Path - Camille Fournier](https://www.oreilly.com/library/view/the-managers-path/9781491973882/)
- [Radical Candor - Kim Scott](https://www.radicalcandor.com/)
- [First Round Review](https://firstround.com/review/)