People Driven Development

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Eddie and Morgan discuss the challenges of productivity and time management in R&D organizations. The conversation delves into the inefficiencies caused by context switching, the value of large blocks of uninterrupted work, effective management practices, and the significance of having well-defined organization and communication norms. They introduce the concept of 'team hours' to improve productivity, and touch upon tools and approaches to minimize disruptions and maintain a focused work environment.Key points include the detrimental effects of instant messaging, the need for a consistent approach across all teams, and the potential of focused time management to enhance overall efficiency.

  • (00:00) - Introduction and Today's Topic
  • (00:51) - The AI Dilemma: Replacing Humans
  • (01:58) - Macro vs. Micro Perspectives on AI
  • (03:07) - Effective Management Strategies
  • (04:54) - Listener's Question: Engineering Team Productivity
  • (08:25) - The Cost of Context Switching
  • (16:04) - Implementing Team Hours for Focused Work
  • (20:19) -  The Importance of Team Alignment
  • (20:38) -  Challenges of Global Team Coordination
  • (22:09) - The Debate on No Meetings Day
  • (23:52) - Instant Messaging: A Double-Edged Sword
  • (26:07) -  Effective Communication Strategies
  • (31:30) -  Managing Channels and Reducing FOMO
  • (36:52) -  Technical Aspects and Tooling
  • (39:09) - Conclusion and Listener Engagement
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    People Driven DevelopmentBy Eddie Flaisler, Morgan VanDerLeest

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