The Best Manager

Trust in the team

My journey to becoming a manager always stemmed from a desire to help others achieve their goals and make a broader impact on my organization. I’ve always challenged myself to be a better leader, manager, and human being, and this conviction has helped me oversee and lead both small and large teams.

Many years ago, after I became a senior engineer at Microsoft, I can vividly recall that I wanted to take on more responsibility. So, I approached my manager and asked for suggestions.

My manager told me, “One way to make a broader impact in the organization is by first becoming a manager. This path involves collaboration, teamwork, understanding diversity, and much more. Most importantly, the best indicator of a manager’s role is through the ...