Practical 1:1 Playbook: Lessons from an Engineering Manager

Building Better Teams Through Meaningful One-on-Ones

I'm a strong believer that connecting at a personal level with your teammates is a catalyzer of strong work relationships that compound into better teamwork. This playbook represents my journey of turning this belief into action, sharing the real lessons and practical systems I've developed along the way.

What you'll get

A set of insights to shape your 1:1s, built from 5+ years of engineering leadership experience, covering:

• Building genuine human connections with your team
• Mastering both in-person and remote communication
• Creating effective feedback loops
• Fostering recognition and motivation
• Preventing burnout and supporting well-being
• Cultivating growth mindsets
• Building lasting trust and transparency

The Notion dashboard, to help you manage your team information, featuring:

• Templates for 1:1s
• Connection and follow-up tracking
• Progress and tasks management

Key benefits

• Transform routine meetings into meaningful personal connections
• Build stronger, more engaged teams
• Create psychological safety and trust
• Drive sustainable growth and development
• Connect with your teammates and thrive

This might be especially valuable if you are

• Starting your engineering management journey
• Leading remote engineering teams
• Looking to deepen connections with your teammates

Future Updates

This playbook is a living document that grows with my experience. As I continue to lead engineering teams and discover new insights, I'll share them with you through free updates. All future versions will be available to you at no additional cost.

Questions?

Reach out on X @karloscodes or via https://karloscodes.com