Episode 487: My manager ignores me during 1:1's and I am required to work in an empty office

In this episode of Soft Skills Engineering, Jamison and Dave address listener questions. The first question tackles a manager's inattentiveness during one-on-one meetings, where the hosts suggest strategies like walking meetings, asynchronous video updates, and tailoring the conversation to the manager's interests. The second question concerns an engineer stuck in a grueling work situation involving long hours, undesirable tasks, and a lack of support. The advice centers on proactively addressing the most egregious issues, such as refusing late-night deployments, and dedicating time to job searching, even if it requires temporary imbalance, to escape the unsustainable environment.