And after a long hiatus we are back with a new season of our podcast, season 2 episode 1 just dropped and we are talking about task relevant maturity!
S03:E01
Effective Delegation Using Task Relevant Maturity
In this episode of the Retrospective podcast, Jeremy and Peter kick off the third season by discussing the concept of task relevant maturity in engineering leadership. They explore the common challenges new managers face, such as micromanagement and hands-off leadership. Jeremy introduces the idea from Andy Grove’s book ‘High Output Management,’ emphasizing the need to adjust management styles based on the maturity of a person and the task at hand. They delve into how to assess an individual’s maturity, the benefits of pairing team members, and the importance of maintaining a balance between autonomy and oversight. They also provide actionable insights on how to help team members grow and how to use task relevant maturity to improve overall team performance.
00:00 Introduction to Season Three
00:38 Understanding Task Relevant Maturity
00:56 Challenges Faced by New Managers
03:05 Framework for Assessing Task Relevant Maturity
10:51 High Task Relevant Maturity
26:21 Balancing Critical Projects and Personal Growth
30:22 Conclusion and Resources
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