Overcoming People-Pleasing Tendencies to Become a Stronger Engineering Leader

Explore strategies for overcoming people-pleasing tendencies and becoming a stronger engineering leader in this 19-minute conference talk by Nikita Rathi at LeadDev. Gain insights into the impact of cultural conditioning on leadership styles, particularly for South-Asian women in tech. Discover how prioritizing others' needs over personal growth can hinder professional development. Learn to recognize patterns of people-pleasing behavior and their effects on engineering leadership. Acquire practical techniques for breaking free from the people-pleasing trap while maintaining empathy and authenticity. Reflect on personal tendencies and understand how overcoming people-pleasing can unlock potential for more effective leadership. Suitable for both experienced professionals and those early in their careers, this talk offers valuable perspectives on balancing personal growth with leadership responsibilities.