In this episode of Rework, host Kimberly Rhodes alongside 37signals co-founders, Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson, talk about the company's renewed sense of ambition and excitement for upcoming projects. They highlight the importance of keeping things fresh, while emphasizing the balance between ambition and practicality.

Key Takeaways:

00:41 - The source of the company’s ambition explained

02:18 - Sticking to fundamentals and simplicity can still have a major impact

06:09 - A hefty price tag on software doesn’t mean it’s good

11:29 - How 37signals structures teams for new product development

18:17 - Uncertainty can serve as adventure the exact path to success is not known

22:32 - A change in priorities is often necessary to fuel ambition

24:59 - The motivation is to make products better

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