The article discusses three unexpected anti-patterns in engineering leadership: 1. Micromanagement Avoidance: Sometimes, engaging in details can prevent leader

The article discusses three unexpected anti-patterns in engineering leadership: 1. Micromanagement Avoidance: Sometimes, engaging in details can prevent leaders from becoming bureaucrats and help in making informed decisions. 2. Flawed Metrics: Measuring something imperfect but useful is better than not measuring at all, helping to build intuition and understanding. 3. Umbrella Leadership: Shielding teams from external pressures can hinder their growth. Involving them in challenges builds resilience and better prepares them for the future. These lessons are drawn from experiences at Stripe, Uber, and Carta.