PEOPLE

Personalities abound in the field of Software Engineering. Making connections with the talented group takes an understanding of their perspective. What communication will catch the attention of your team? CHAPTERS

RESPONSIBILITIES

By definition, engineering is an exacting endeavor that requires precise action. Unfortunately, employment comes with a number of pesky non-engineering tasks. Like them or not! Encouraging and holding the group accountable are important. CHAPTERS

CULTURE

Tradition or New Thinking? Optimist or Pessimist? Tech A apostle vs Tech B zealot? Culture must be nurtured to have engineers accept change, honor time-tested principles, keep an eye on the future and, above all, work as a team. CHAPTERS

LEADERSHIP

Telling this group what to do is the first step in losing their engagement. What is the balance between encouragement, motivation and getting things done? How do leaders promote change and manage risks? Setting the target and letting the experts ply their trade is key. CHAPTERS