Leadership with Kindness in Modern Engineering Organizations

Learn essential principles of modern engineering leadership in this 46-minute conference talk that distinguishes between management and leadership roles while emphasizing kindness as a guiding principle. Explore the fundamental differences between driving conversations, diffusing tensions, and building consensus (leadership) versus handling day-to-day operations like compliance tasks, team events, and scheduling (management). Discover how to lead with kindness without compromising authority, navigate challenging conversations, and measure leadership success effectively. Gain practical insights into leveraging both leadership and management skills throughout your career development, with a focus on maintaining team happiness, productivity, and engagement. Perfect for beginners, develop strategies to become a more effective leader while fostering an empathetic and positive organizational culture.