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Book Title:Minimum Viable Manager: Three Essential Skills for Leading Technical Teams That Solve Big Problems
Author:Matt Gjertsen
Published:2026
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How often have you heard that engineers don’t make good managers? Many engineers, their teams, and even the HR professionals who support them believe technical people aren’t wired for leadership. That assumption is wrong. In Minimum Viable Manager, Matt Gjertsen reveals how technically minded people can move past solving problems and take the first steps towards being exceptional leaders." In this practical guide for leaders at any stage, you’ll gain tools for building trust, setting clear expectations, and giving effective feedback—the deceptively simple skills that determine success and are rarely taught. Matt explains the psychology behind each skill, illustrates them with real-world examples, and includes self-reflection questions in every chapter so you can immediately apply what you learn.