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Think your manager is just there to assign you tasks? Think again.

In this episode of Beyond the Build, we dig into one of the most overlooked parts of being a software engineer: what you should actually expect from your manager. A lot of engineers think management is just about task updates, but your manager plays a huge role in your growth, visibility, and long-term success.

We break down the expectations at every level, from junior to senior to staff, and talk through how your manager should be supporting you with opportunities, feedback, sponsorship, and clarity. We also get into the politics behind the scenes, how to avoid surprises during performance season, and how to structure your 1:1s so they’re strategic, not just status meetings.

If you’ve ever felt lost about what your manager is supposed to do, or if you want to learn how to work with them to accelerate your career, this episode gives you the full blueprint. Tune in to hear the conversations most engineers never get to have.

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