In this episode, Connor Leyland is joined by Mika Ruotsalainen, Software Engineering Manager at Mastercard Open Banking, Bence Makkos, Engineering Manager at Queue-it, and Jess Froholdt Stopa, Engineering Manager at Veo Technologies. They discuss the challenges faced when transitioning from an engineering role into leadership. The conversation covers key skills needed for success, the hurdles engineers face when managing teams, and advice for those looking to make the leap into leadership positions in tech.