Managing Engineering Tasks
Casey expresses frustration with management systems that seem condescending and ineffective, suggesting they often stem from mediocre managers seeking to justify their roles. He questions the accuracy of productivity estimates, highlighting the industry's struggle with time estimation. John counters that having a boss isn't infantilizing, but rather a necessary aspect of work dynamics.In this clip
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Related Questions
What is the issue when management doesn’t understand field-level work and makes assumptions about it?
Also, how should I handle my frustration with one manager at work who rarely gives me the space to explain and often asserts herself in the middle of presentations? I'm just an intern, but it's not obvious; everyone else loves me, and I love them. I recognize that I need to adjust to her behavior. Will changing my attitude help her loosen her resistance too?