PinnedMark WoodRemaining Technical as an Engineering LeaderExploring the question, “how technically hands-on should I be as a team leader?”Dec 4, 20204Dec 4, 20204
Mark WoodOn BackupsExploring the role of a leader’s backup, and the skills required for success.Oct 21, 2021Oct 21, 2021
Mark WoodPractices of Future Engineering Leaders — Part 3 of 3Exploring the common behaviours and experiences of those preparing for a leadership role.Sep 13, 20211Sep 13, 20211
Mark WoodPractices of Future Engineering Leaders — Part 2 of 3Exploring the common behaviours and experiences of those preparing for a leadership role.Sep 6, 2021Sep 6, 2021
Mark WoodPractices of Future Engineering Leaders — Part 1 of 3Exploring the common behaviours and experiences of those preparing for a leadership role.Aug 16, 2021Aug 16, 2021
Mark WoodMotivations for Pursuing a Leadership RoleReflections on the question, “Why do you want to become a team leader?”Aug 13, 2021Aug 13, 2021
Mark WoodBut It’s Not How I Would Do ItWhen delegating, focus on articulating what needs to be achieved, and the expectations of what success looks like.Jun 23, 20211Jun 23, 20211
Mark WoodGiving Feedback: Sooner, and More DirectlyPushing through our own discomfort to deliver an impactful, timely message.Mar 24, 2021Mar 24, 2021
Mark WoodPreserving Culture When Someone Leaves the TeamWhen someone leaves our team, it’s natural for us as leaders to focus on the immediate practical implications…Nov 3, 2020Nov 3, 2020
Mark WoodLeading People With ExperienceA common question for new or aspiring team leaders is, “how do I lead someone who is more experienced than me?”. “More experienced” can…Oct 19, 20201Oct 19, 20201
