Retro Time // A Software Podcast

This week our heroes get ready to set career goals for the new year with Dagna Bieda of The Mindful Dev. Dagna shares some tips on how to avoid burnout and helpkeep us from running our careers on autopilot.

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This week our heroes discuss red flags related to feature requests. We're often asked to focus on releasing the shiny new feature over code cleanup. How might we influence our teams to build quality software?

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This week our heroes ask why software teams are often treated like they're working on a manufacturing shop floor. They also ponder if replicators might make manufacturing more like software.

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This week our heroes discuss the dreaded end of the year reviews, everyone's favorite time of the year. It may be too late for this year, but how do you set yourself up for success next time?

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This week, our heroes talk with Anand Safi, Engineering Leader at Mark43, about the value of finding a mentor and being a mentor to others. Discover tips and tricks to get the most out of mentoring.

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This week our heroes talk with content governance expert Chris Willis, CMO @ Acrolinx. Chris offers some tips on how to keep your brand's tone and voice consistent throughout the product lifecycle.

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This week our heroes discuss changes in the workplace. Change can be good or bad. Sometimes it can be traumatic. It's on us to embrace it when it comes and let change be a catalyst for the right kind of change.

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This week our heroes close out the Get Hired series with Aimee Miller, Product Manager at GE Aviation. Aimee discusses how to work with product managers and be a solid team player.

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This week our heroes discuss a recent blog post by Tyler Hawkins about how software is a loser's game. The reason we fail is often because of unforced errors on our part. How do we play the game so we always win?

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Every day, teams are just trying to get by. But there's a way. Just ask yourself why. Culture is the key, baby. Talk to Brittany and she'll tell you all about it.

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