# Thiago Lunardi's Manager Readme

**Software Engineering Manager at Templafy**

# ✍️ Motivation for this document

I wrote this document to help you understand how I work, what I care about, and how we can collaborate effectively. My goal is to create an environment where trust, transparency, growth, and fellowship are not just values but daily practices. I want you to feel empowered to ask questions, challenge ideas, and bring your full self to work.

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# 🧑‍💻 My Role

I'm responsible for building and scaling high-performing, cross-functional engineering teams.  
My success is measured by:

- Team health and engagement
- Delivery of value-focused outcomes
- Growth of individuals within the team

I help you improve by providing clear expectations, continuous feedback, development opportunities, and the psychological safety to take smart risks.

# 🧭 What I Value Most

- **Trust and Transparency** : I’d rather hear bad news early than have issues hidden. Problems are solvable when surfaced.
- **Ownership** : I expect you to own your work, and I will support you. Ask for help when needed — it’s a strength, not a weakness.
- **Continuous Learning** : Mistakes are part of growth. Learn, adapt, and move forward.
- **Outcome over Output** : Solving the right problems matters more than ticking tasks off a list.
- **Kindness and Respect** : Strong opinions are welcome, but respect is non-negotiable.

🔵  **How you can help me** :  
Communicate openly, propose solutions together with the problems, and challenge my thinking when you disagree — it makes us all better.

🔵  **My weaknesses** :  
I get excited about big ideas and can sometimes move fast. If you feel things are moving without enough clarity, pull me aside — I will appreciate it.

# 📋 My Expectations

- **Communication** : Over-communicate if you’re unsure. Early signals beat late surprises.
- **Availability** : I'm generally available 9 AM–5 PM CET. Outside of that, emergencies only.
- **Meetings** : Join meetings 1–2 minutes early when possible. Cameras on if bandwidth allows.
- **Mistakes** : Mistakes are okay — hiding them isn't. Let’s address and learn from them quickly.
- **Definition of Done** : Clear ownership, tested, documented if necessary, adds value.

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# 💬 1:1s

- **Cadence** : Biweekly 1:1s and ad-hoc when you prefer.
- **Who leads** : You lead. It’s your time.
- **Focus** : Your growth, well-being, feedback (both ways), and anything that’s on your mind.
- **Expectations** : Come up with topics if you can, but without pressure. Sometimes the best conversations are unscripted.

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# 🎭 Personality Quirks

- I value humor and lightness — a small joke can improve a tough day.
- I may ask many questions, not because I doubt you, but because I’m genuinely curious.
- I deeply appreciate proactive behavior — stepping up, even when uncertain, always earns my respect.
- I can get intensely focused — if I seem distant momentarily, a quick ping will bring me back!

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# 🚀 Where to Focus in Your First 90 Days

- **First 30 Days** :  
Understand our culture, ask questions, build relationships, and observe.
- **First 60 Days** :  
Start contributing meaningfully, participate actively in discussions, and seek feedback early.
- **First 90 Days** :  
Own your workstreams, suggest improvements, and help others succeed.

Your success will be measured by your engagement, your openness to learning, and the impact (big or small) you create early on.

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# ⚡ Final Note

I’m excited to work with you. My door (and my mind) is open — let’s build something meaningful together.