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Master essential people skills to transform from technical expert to impactful leader in today's AI-driven tech landscape.

Sr. EM @ Zapier, Trained Therapist

Kelly Vaughn

10+ Years Tech Leader | 20+ Years in Tech | Trained Therapist

Engineering Leadership in the AI Era

Senior II Frontend Engineer

Senior Software Engineering Manager

Software engineer

Engineering Manager

PM / COO

Product Owner Software Solutions

Engineering Manager Europe

Technical/Engineering Manager

Senior Software Engineer

Note: No future cohorts planned for this course. Check back soon for a new course!AI is changing how teams build, ship, and collaborate—but the best engineering leaders still stand out for their human skills.This course helps you develop the communication, feedback, and decision-making tools that drive trust and performance—whether you’re a new manager, an aspiring one, or an engineer who wants to lead without the title.Join 100+ engineering leaders who’ve leveled up their leadership in the AI era.

Lead with clarity. Build trust. Drive meaningful results.

Identify and develop growth opportunities within your team

Communicate with clarity and impact

Deliver constructive, actionable feedback

New engineering managers looking to build the interpersonal skills required to succeed as a leader in the workplace

Aspiring engineering managers looking to build the skills to land their first job as an engineering manager

Software engineers who are eager to learn how to manage up and build influence without directly managing others

Land Your First Role as an Engineering Manager

Sr. Engineering Manager @ Zapier

Emma Bostian

Engineering Manager @ Spotify

Understand what hiring managers look for when promoting an IC to EM, and how to start building them now.

Key skills that help you stand out for your first EM role

Learn how to tell your manager you’re ready to grow without it feeling awkward or premature.

How to express interest in management

Hear what surprised Emma most about the transition and how to set yourself up for early success.

What to expect in your first few months as a manager

Master 5 Tough Conversations in Management

Sr. Engineering Manager @ Zapier & Trained Therapist

Build skills to make the most impact with your team by balancing decisive leadership with empathy and accountability.

How to manage like a leader, and think like a therapist

Learn how to align on ownership, outcomes, and success metrics, while empowering your team to build confidence.

How to set clear expectations without micromanaging

Master giving both positive and constructive feedback that will drive meaningful action in 1:1s, retros, and realtime.

How to deliver feedback that builds trust, not resentment

Gain the confidence to address missed deadlines, team tension, or underperformance without making thinks awkward.

How to navigate tough conversations and come out stronger

Communicate your impact in your next job search

Engineering Leader for 8+ Years | Engineer for 20+ Years | Trained Therapist

Taylor Desseyn

Engineering Talent Leader l 8+ yrs in leadership, 13+ yrs in eng recruiting

Learn to craft your headline, profile description, and job history to put your best foot forward

Make your resume and LinkedIn profile stand out

Learn how to prepare and practice for every round of your interview

Impress an interviewer every time

Leverage content creation to build influence and showcase your expertise

Fast and easy methods to create content that sticks

Influence without Authority

Director of Engineering @ Spot AI | 8+ years leadership experience, 20+ years engineering experience | Trained therapist

Learn to articulate the impact of your work and ask the right questions to understand your organization's vision & goals

Master the Bigger Picture

Discover how to champion your team’s contributions and ensure everyone’s efforts are seen and celebrated.

Empower Your Team

Unlock your potential by identifying strengths, improving weaknesses, and acting on feedback for continuous growth.

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