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Ep 67 is out!

@ritendra from @fb_engineering gives advice on improving cross-functional collaboration in software engineering.

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Here are a few takeaways:

1. Don't overemphasize roles

Cross-functional collaboration works best if you hire well-rounded people who can think outside of their assigned roles. Product managers may have engineering ideas, just like engineers can come up with great product ideas.

2. Encourage empathy sessions

Cross-functional collaboration can cause frustration when people don't see the value of other functions. Hold empathy sessions where cross-functional partners explain what's challenging about their role. They'll appreciate each other's work more.

3. Make a plan for scaling

Scaling cross-functional teams poses questions to leaders: When should you scale your team? Should you hire new managers or promote internally? Who should you hire first, the new leaders or the new ICs?

Think these through before you scale.

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