Contrasting Leadership in Software and R&D Teams
Photo by Geranimo One might think that managing a software team and an R&D team is pretty much the same game—after all, both involve highly technical, innovative minds working to push boundaries. But, the core difference lies in the nature and expectations of their outputs. Leading a software team is often about predictability and reliability. It’s project-driven with clear, defined objectives: deadlines, budget constraints, and customer requirements dictate the pace....