In this debut episode of Hallway Comp, Anna and Julian introduce themselves and share the winding paths that led them into engineering management. They talk about what keeps them in the role, the balance of human complexity and strategic thinking, and how they’ve built community at work. Plus, they each reveal a wild management experience — from stolen Raspberry Pis to a wild crypto product launch.

Whether you're a new EM or just curious about the chaos behind the curtain, this episode sets the stage for what’s to come.