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by simonw 641 days ago
I love this document. I've been sending it to people who've just taken on their first people management job for a few years now - there's a surprising amount about managing a team of 100+ creative people creating a TV show that can also apply to management challenges in the world of software.

I particularly like the way it talks about spreading your vision. As a showrunner it's not possible to be there for every single decision that needs to be made (on costumes, set design, etc etc etc) - so instead you need to get some trusted lieutenants fully briefed on your vision so they can make good decisions like that without you.