Regardless of the field of engineering you work in, there comes a time when the focus from developing technical skills moves to help others achieve this goal in their professional lives. That’s when you graduate from being a “good soldier” to management. There’s just no shortcut. Being an engineering manager is easier said than done.

As you work your way up the ladder from entry-level employee to an eventual CEO position, you will likely work with many different types of managers along the way. Understanding the various management styles and how to work effectively with each can make life a lot easier for you, as well as help you shape