Individual Contributor Influence dives into how senior engineers can pivot from purely technical work to driving real business results. Google Principal Engineer David Grizzanti breaks down why climbing the IC ladder often leaves you stuck, then lays out how to expand your scope, forge cross-org connections, and pick problems that map directly to measurable business outcomes—plus tips on delegation, scaling your expertise, and knowing whether that next promotion is really what you want.
Beyond career moves, he tackles navigating ambiguity with better questions and early wins, nailing your first 90 days in a new role, and building the “Influence Flywheel” through writing, buy-in, and trust. You’ll also get a framework (DACI) for faster decisions, strategies for shaping engineering culture by example, and guidance on crafting your own roadmap. It’s a playbook for turning deep technical chops into strategic impact.
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