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Here's how you can safeguard your engineering manager career from a lack of work-life balance.

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As an engineering manager, you're likely no stranger to the pressures and demands that come with the role. Balancing the technical aspects with team leadership, project deadlines, and stakeholder expectations can be a tightrope walk. However, it's crucial to manage these responsibilities without sacrificing your personal life, as a lack of work-life balance can lead to burnout and ultimately jeopardize your career. Here's how you can protect your professional journey and maintain equilibrium between your work and personal life.

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Prince Ramanan

General Manager at Schneider Electric

1 Prioritize Tasks

Efficient task prioritization is fundamental to maintaining work-life balance. As an engineering manager, you're bombarded with a plethora of tasks that can easily consume your entire day. To prevent this, start by identifying the most critical tasks that align with your key objectives. Apply the Pareto principle, which suggests that 80% of outcomes come from 20% of efforts, to focus on tasks with the highest impact. Delegating lower-priority tasks to your team not only frees up your time but also empowers your team members and helps them grow professionally.

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Amaris Beza, P.E., BECxP, CxA-BE

Senior Associate, Project Manager at Walter P Moore Diagnostics
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One of the top skills a successful project manager needs is organization. Everyone has different styles of organizing, so find something that makes sense and works well for you. I always feel more productive (and less stressed) when I have written down all my own tasks and timelines to complete them, including reminders to follow up with other task contributors. Once I list everything that needs getting done and when, I can identify what to work on first, and sometimes more importantly, what can wait until tomorrow! Knowing your top tasks plus what comes next can make it much easier to maximize your working hours and avoid pushing yourself too hard.

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2 Set Boundaries

Establishing clear boundaries is essential to safeguard your work-life balance. As an engineering manager, it's easy to fall into the trap of being available 24/7. To avoid this, communicate your working hours to your team and stick to them. If you're working remotely, resist the urge to answer emails or take calls outside these hours. This discipline shows respect for your personal time and sets a healthy example for your team, encouraging them to do the same.

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Prince Ramanan

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As Engineering Managers we are all thought leaders - meaning most of the problems we solve require the application of mind. A consumed problem is not something we can switch off our mind when we punch out of the Office. We will ruminate on that even during our morning walk or even before dozing off to sleep at times. So our "work" consumes our whole wake time, whether we like it or not. Accepting this as a fact, I no more agonize over my problems forcing solutions stretching my office hours/weekends. I have seen that rich solutions strike me at unexpected times - when I am playing with my kid or helping in kitchen. Setting boundaries have now helped me multiply my productivity rather, leaving that creative space for ideas to flow!

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3 Manage Stress

Stress management is a critical skill for maintaining work-life balance and protecting your career. As an engineering manager, you face high-stress situations regularly. Develop stress-reduction techniques that work for you, such as mindfulness, exercise, or hobbies. Encourage a culture of well-being within your team by promoting regular breaks and stress-relief activities. This approach not only benefits you but also contributes to a healthier, more productive work environment.

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4 Embrace Flexibility

Embracing flexibility can be a game-changer in achieving work-life balance. The dynamic nature of engineering projects often requires adaptability. As a manager, advocate for flexible working arrangements, such as remote work or flexible hours, that accommodate personal commitments without compromising project outcomes. This flexibility can lead to increased job satisfaction and loyalty among your team, while also allowing you to manage your personal responsibilities more effectively.

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5 Continuous Learning

Continuous learning is vital for any engineering manager aiming to balance their career with personal life. Stay abreast of the latest time management and productivity strategies by attending workshops or online courses. By constantly refining your management techniques, you can find more efficient ways to lead your team and complete projects, which in turn can free up time for personal activities. This commitment to learning showcases your dedication to both personal growth and professional excellence.

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6 Network Smartly

Smart networking is an often-overlooked aspect of work-life balance. Building a strong professional network can provide you with resources, advice, and support when facing challenging situations. Attend industry events and engage with peers to exchange experiences and strategies for managing work-life balance. These connections can lead to opportunities that align with your career goals while respecting your personal time, ensuring a more sustainable career trajectory.

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7 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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Dave Peace

Seeking new opportunities following a 33+ year career in Oil, Gas & LNG and associated Infrastructure, Onshore & Offshore, Brownfield & Greenfield Projects. Eur Ing, BEng, CEng, PMP, FIMechE, FEI & AIGPE Quality Champion
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Workflows have to be commensurate with the technical and commercial risk during client review. I worked on one project where all engineered deliverable comments were required to be reviewed by myself, the Engineering Manager, prior to release back to the EPCM to guard against potential claims. This was cumbersome, with some days 400+ reviewed deliverables to release back to the contractor, and it was overload where work-life balance was concerned. The workflow was amended to allow comments to be discussed by the client and their counterpart (whose second language was English) to ensure the comments were clear, the impact understood and discussed, and appropriate change processes were initiated where required rather than retrospectively.

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