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How to give pushback to leadership
Giving pushback is a tightrope act. Too callous and you can burn bridges, too lenient and serious risks can slip through the cracks.
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How to launch high-impact engineering projects
The stakes are high, but a good plan and dedicated launch captain can keep these important projects on track.
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Will AI replace the agile coach?
Agile coaches are already using generative AI tools to help with key rituals and go deeper, quicker.
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Make it count; A no-nonsense guide to engineering metrics for the busy leader
Gain practical insights on engineering metrics that help busy leaders prioritize effectively, address delivery challenges, and measure team performance to maximize impact and productivity.
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A tech lead’s guide to effective communication
Tips for improving your communication skills as a tech lead
A leader’s guide to active and reflective listening
Active listening is often overlooked in the realm of communication. Here are some tactics to improve how you listen to others.

London • June 16 & 17, 2025
Speakers Gergely Orosz, Camille Fournier
and Lara Hogan confirmed
Essential reading

Writing matters: How to improve your written communication skills
Mastering the art of writing as an engineering leader
On our Communication playlist

Influential storytelling
Brianna McCullough talks about how to structure compelling stories that lead to alignment, buy-in and most importantly belief from our stakeholders, partners, and more importantly our teams.

How to complain positively
Josh Goldberg, a serial complainer with a catchy smile, will walk you through the steps he takes to make sure his complaining is heard and felt without causing pain.

Influencing without management authority as a senior individual contributor
Effectively communicating technical expertise.

Communicating change: leading through the change curve
How to tailor your communications based on how your employees are experiencing and reacting to the change.

Help your engineering, product and security teams get on the same page
How can teams find alignment among competing priorities?


The festival of engineering leadership
London • June 16 & 17, 2025
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How to be a sponsor when you’re a developer
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‘It’s been a tough week’: managing mental health in the workplace
Supporting your team’s mental health is more important than ever
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1:1s Foundations: best practices for conversations that count
Building a safe space during your one-to-one meetings, where your direct report can be open and honest
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Followership: a mechanism for distributing leadership
How to become a great leader by being an engaged follower