Mentoring vs. Managing – REWORK

There are no full-time managers at 37signals, but that doesn't mean the company is void of mentorship. In this episode of The REWORK Podcast, host Kimberly Rhodes chats with Principal Programmer Jeffrey Hardy as he breaks down the company’s focus on peer-to-peer mentorship. They discuss hiring practices that allow for less management and what mentorship looks like amongst the team.

*Key Takeaways*

00:42 – Meet Jeffrey Hardy, Principal Programmer
02:09 – The evolution of 37signals' management structure
05:19 – Replacing managers with mentors
10:53 – How hiring impacts the ability to operate without managers
13:35 – The power of seeking entrepreneurial experience
15:10 – A day in the life of a mentor
17:40 – Tips for being a better mentor

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