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Squads Done Right: Mastering Modern Team Dynamics

The Product Coalition

When I introduced the notion of cross-functional, empowered product teams, the CEO said it was exactly what they needed and immediately created a task force with three VPs to lead the change: the VP of Product, the VP of Engineering, and the VP of HR.

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What is the Role of a Technical Program Manager?

PMLesson's Ace the PM Interview

Primarily, TPMs work extensively with the engineering teams in their organization. A typical TPM works alongside the VP of Engineering, the directors of engineering, and their engineering managers to establish and execute their technical programs. In general TPMs are helping to move fast!

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Guide to the Software Engineer Career Path

PMLesson's Ace the PM Interview

Engineering managers are expected to play a role in higher-level decision-making or cross-functional collaboration in their companies. Freelance or Contractor Finally, software engineers can also choose to go the way of freelancers or contract workers. Deeply understand core systems and how other applications interact with them.

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392: How uncovering customer pains and unmet needs led to launching a rapidly growing product – with Matt Danna

Product Innovation Educators

At my last company, I was the VP of Product and the co-founder of Boulevard, Sean, was the VP of Engineering. One day Sean’s hair was a complete disaster, and I told him he was looking way too much like an engineer and needed to get a haircut. It was a no-win situation for business owners.

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Insider Secrets for High Impact Growth with Sean Ellis

Bryce York

Sustainable growth relies on consistency, rhythm and following a proven system. Sean estimated the project would take 30 days when he assigned it to the VP of Engineering. But he made sure to consult the VP before locking anything down. It’s hard to be efficient without a system or process.