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Performance Management As An Engineering Manager

Performance Management As An Engineering Manager

Ladybug Podcast · Emma Bostian, Kelly Vaughn

October 20, 202534m 6s

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Show Notes

In this episode, we’ll dig into how managers can balance output, impact, and quality, set meaningful goals, and coach engineers toward growth — not just manage them. We’ll also tackle how to handle underperformance, keep top talent motivated, and build teams that stay engaged without burning out.

02:04 - Why do we measure engineering performance? 03:40 - How to measure engineering performance 11:08 - SMART goals 18:39 - Handling underperformers 27:00 - Motivating and retaining high performers