I happened to read “Become an Effective Software Engineering Manager” by James Stanier. I am not an engineering manager, but I think the principle below applies to my current role as well. I believe this principle comes from “High Output Management” by Andrew Grove.

Four key activities to increase engineering manager’s output:

1. Information gathering - this happens anytime and anywhere. It happens either inside the team, or outside the team. It can be 1-on-1, video call, DM, in-person meetings, emails, all-hands, etc.
2. Decision making - take this seriously. It may look superficial, but over time, it can make enormous impact. Also consider risks.
3. Nudging - influencing decisions taken by others by providing your point of view. You are not the decision maker, but you can influence the decision.
4. Being a role model - talking the talk, walking the walk. Leadership by example. Demonstrate the bar that you want others to follow.