Tech Lead Toolkit
Five printable worksheets for tech leads: delegation levels, stakeholder map, decision brief, pre-mortem and one-on-one template.
- Type
- Template
- Access
- Free
- Format
- Published
- Nov 2, 2026
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What's inside#
- Delegation levels: a six-level scale and a table for agreeing who decides what
- Stakeholder map: an influence–interest grid and an action table
- Decision brief: a one-page case for decisions that are hard to reverse
- Pre-mortem: a 45-minute session plan and a risk table
- One-on-one template with rotating questions and action tracking
How to use it#
- Pick the worksheet that matches the situation; each fits on one page.
- Fill it in with your team where you can.
- Print it, or copy the structure into your own notes.
- Revisit each one regularly; most go out of date within a quarter.
Limitations#
- The worksheets support conversations; they don't replace them.
- The frameworks are simplifications; adapt them to your team and culture.
- They're not HR or performance-review tools.
License
Free to use, share and adapt, including commercially, as long as you credit Letinix and link to this page. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
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