Every time I look at the job descriptions on Salary.com , I get frustrated by the lack of understanding of what truly makes a higher-level Software Engineer. I also worry about what new engineers coming into the field think … Read More
In the fast-paced world of real estate software technology, making the most of every hour can make or break success. Many types of knowledge work, especially software development, are inherently complex and often subject to unexpected obstacles … Read More
Technology changes fast. And as a technology company, you have to adapt quickly or risk being left behind. Sometimes, that means making changes that are disruptive in the short term, but beneficial in the long term. At … Read More
Fail fast. This is a phrase we hear a lot, but listening and practicing are two completely different things. No one likes failing. No one wants to release a product that isn’t perfect, but sometimes, you must … Read More
When we chat with professionals in the Software Engineering community, we often hear painful stories from their work lives. “An engineer spent a week building a new feature only to discover a teammate changed a critical interface … Read More
An industry partner recently praised our CEO for the speed at which we were executing on our strategic plan. The praise felt particularly good because the industry partner had some insight into our competitors. In comparison to … Read More
There are all kinds of checks and balances that can be put into place, and much planning and preparation that comes with the territory of ensuring high-quality software. But sometimes – despite our best efforts – errors … Read More
We’ve written a lot about Product Management. Nikki wrote a blog post about how to find a good position when you’re searching. There is another post about how the title “Product Manager” can mean so many different … Read More
Some people love competition. However, when the subject of competition comes up during a coaching session, the emotions instead are usually centered on anxiety and fear. How is it possible for competition to evoke pure joy in … Read More
MAN VS TREE A young man was walking down his street and saw his neighbor chopping down a tree in his yard. The young man stopped and watched for a while and noticed his neighbor getting very … Read More
