Fournier clearly describes the different jobs within technical leadership, from mentoring to managing managers. Each stage asks for something different.
What it changed in my thinking
Moving forward can mean letting go of work we know well. A new title may require learning a new job.
Who it’s useful for
Engineers considering management and technical leaders at any level.
A tension or limitation
Titles and responsibilities vary between companies. Use the path as a guide, not a promise.
