Dave Anderson, a former engineering director at Amazon, emphasized the significant impact managers have on engineers' success. He discussed the importance of relationships with managers and peers, suggesting that these ties often account for a substantial portion of performance evaluations. Anderson cautioned against underestimating a supervisor's influence, especially in competitive environments. He warned that if an engineer is perceived adversely by their manager, promotions may be out of reach. Furthermore, he highlighted the pressure on managers to appraise their teams accurately, which can affect job security for engineers who are viewed as less effective.
A large part of an engineer's success is often determined by their manager, highlighting the crucial role of relationships with supervisors and team members.
Underestimating a supervisor's influence can be detrimental, primarily in environments like Amazon where manager decisions shape career trajectories.
Anderson noted, 'If your manager doesn't like you, you're never ever going to be able to snag a promotion,' emphasizing the importance of positive manager relationships.
The pressure on managers to evaluate team performance can impact an engineer's job security, particularly if they're seen as the 'least effective' team member.
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