Mastering Your Career: The Business of You (feat. Marnie Stockman & Nick Coniglio)

In this episode, ⁠⁠Leigh Lawhon⁠⁠ discusses the importance of transparency in software projects. She highlights the gap between product managers and developers, emphasizing the need for clear communication and understanding of the 'why' behind tasks. She explores the influence of culture on UX/UI design and the challenges of localization. She emphasizes the importance of visual hierarchy and understanding user personas in designing effective interfaces. It delves into the challenges of localization and the balance between personalization and localization. The potential impact of AI on the job market and the future of software development are also discussed. The conversation emphasizes the need for problem-solving skills and the value of being a generalist in the industry. It concludes with the importance of curating one's career in the age of AI. Takeaways Transparency is crucial for the success of software projects, bridging the gap between product managers and developers. Understanding the 'why' behind tasks is essential for developers to align their work with the overall goals of the project. Cultural considerations play a significant role in UX/UI design, and localization is necessary to create interfaces that resonate with different user demographics. Visual hierarchy and clear communication are key elements of effective UX/UI design. The balance between coolness and usability should be considered in designing interfaces, with a focus on meeting user needs and preferences. Understanding cultural differences is crucial for successful product design and development. Balancing personalization and localization is essential to cater to diverse user needs. Language plays a significant role in user experience and must be carefully considered in interface design. The rise of AI may have implications for the job market, requiring professionals to adapt and develop problem-solving skills. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 00:53 The Importance of Transparency in Software Projects 03:12 Task Over Communication 05:04 The Importance of Understanding the 'Why' 06:19 The Role of Developers in Implementing Requirements 07:22 The Example of Building an API for Food Ordering 09:12 The Tension Between Flexibility and Alignment 10:11 The Influence of Culture on UX/UI Design 14:25 The Importance of Shared Vocabulary 15:24 The Role of Visuals in Bridging the Gap 20:11 The Complexity of UX/UI Design in Different Regions 22:15 The Impact of Familiarity on User Interfaces 23:15 The Challenge of Changing User Interfaces 25:08 The Role of UX/UI Design in Personalization 26:20 The Overemphasis on Coolness in UX/UI Design 28:30 The Most Important Aspects of UX/UI Design 30:45 Visual Hierarchy 31:46 Understanding User Personas 33:21 Localization and Cultural Considerations 39:48 Understanding Cultural Differences 41:02 The Importance of Cultural Understanding 43:01 Balancing Personalization and Localization 44:08 The Impact of Language on User Experience 48:49 The Challenges of Localization 53:57 The Complexity of Localization within a Country 56:07 The Potential Impact of AI on Job Market 01:00:30 The Future of Software Development 01:07:07 The Importance of Problem Solving 01:09:11 The Need for Generalists in the Industry 01:12:06 Curating Your Career in the Age of AI 01:14:00 Curating Your Career 01:19:12 Embracing Change and Learning 01:25:12 The Importance of Language and Communication 01:31:22 Dealing with Rejection and Embracing Failure 01:34:19 Finding Unity in Language 01:39:18 Summary and Closing Thoughts

19 Maalis 20241h 44min

Jake Moshenko⁠, CEO of ⁠AuthZed⁠, discusses the importance of permissioning databases and the challenges of implementing permissions at scale. He explains how AuthZed solves this problem by providing a common API for flexible and fine-grained authorization. The target market for AuthZed includes companies of all sizes that need to add complex permission workflows to their applications. Jake demonstrates how AuthZed can be integrated with backend systems, web applications, and mobile apps. He also explains the benefits of using AuthZed, such as increased security and improved product velocity. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the AuthZed schema language and how permissions and roles are defined in the system. Jake Moshenko introduces the concept of permissions and relations in the context of access control. He explains how permissions can be granted to users for specific actions on resources, and how relationships between users and objects are defined. Jake also discusses the flexibility of defining roles and the granularity of permissions. He demonstrates how permissions can be visualized and edited in a user interface, and highlights the benefits of using a startup solution for access control. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the importance of leveraging existing tools and trusting innovative startups. Takeaways Permissions can be granted to users for specific actions on resources, such as read, write, and admin privileges. Relations define the relationships between users and objects, allowing users to be readers, writers, or admins of a particular object. Roles can be used to group multiple privileges or permissions together, providing a higher level of access. Design time actions involve configuring the access control system, while runtime actions involve making API calls to enforce permissions. When considering building or buying a solution, it is important to focus on core competencies and leverage existing tools and services. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:04 The Problem of Permissions at Scale 05:25 Implementing Authorization for Different Client Types 06:46 Integration with Backend and Web Applications 10:24 Implementing Permissioning for Mobile Apps 14:25 Benefits of Using AuthZed for Permissioning 22:00 Granting Access to Resources with AuthZed API 25:11 Defining Permissions and Roles in AuthZed 30:42 Introduction to Permissions and Relations 31:11 Understanding Permissions and Roles 32:20 Decoupling Relationships and Actions 33:36 Granularity of Permissions 34:14 Grouping Privileges into Roles 36:01 Design Time and Runtime Actions 36:46 Visualizing and Editing Permissions 39:33 Trusting a Startup 53:36 Building vs. Buying Solutions 58:36 The Value of Innovation and Trust

14 Maalis 20241h 3min

In this podcast, Krish discusses the impact of layoffs and how individuals can better prepare themselves for such situations. He emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and expanding one's skill set to stay competitive in the job market. Krish also advises against becoming too attached to a company and building a lifestyle around the highest pay, as these can lead to difficulties in the event of a layoff. He reminds listeners that a company is not a family and encourages them to enjoy their time off and give back to the community. Takeaways Continuous learning is crucial for staying competitive in the job market. Avoid becoming too attached to a company and build a lifestyle around the lowest pay to mitigate the impact of a layoff. Recognize that a company is not a family and maintain a healthy separation. Take the opportunity of job loss to expand your horizons and learn new skills. Focus on adding value to the organization to stay relevant and stand out. While there is competition, there is also a dearth of good and smart people, so being committed and passionate can make a difference. Enjoy your time off and use it to recharge and explore new opportunities. Remember that a job is just a job and there are other aspects of life to prioritize. Give back to the community and share your knowledge and experiences with others. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:35 Summary of Previous Podcast 01:14 Preparing for Layoffs 04:00 Limited Attachment 05:00 Lifestyle and Financial Planning 05:45 Company is Not Your Family 06:06 Expanding Horizons 09:01 Adding Value 12:34 Competition and Dearth of Good People 13:48 Enjoying Time Off 16:16 Perspective on Job Loss 16:32 Giving Back Snowpal Products Backends as Services on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AWS Marketplace⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mobile Apps on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠App Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Play Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Web App⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Education Platform⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for Learners and Course Creators

11 Maalis 202418min

For Entertainment Purposes only. In this podcast episode, Krish Palaniappan introduces the idea of creating a series of podcasts on trading stocks, which is a departure from their usual software-related topics. He mentions that while Snowpal is not in the business of trading and does not claim to be experts in finance, they have some knowledge and experience in trading. Krish explains that the motivation behind this series is to share their learnings and provide entertainment on the topic. He also emphasizes that listeners should seek qualified sources for learning finance and trading. Takeaways Snowpal is planning to create a series of podcasts on trading stocks, which is a departure from their usual software-related topics. The motivation behind the trading series is to share their learnings and provide entertainment on the topic. Snowpal acknowledges that they are not experts in finance and trading, and listeners should seek qualified sources for learning finance. The trading series will cover topics such as opening an account, buying stocks, basic analysis, placing trades, and understanding trading terminologies. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 00:53 Engaging in New Topics 01:35 Interest in Trading 03:11 Podcast Disclaimer 04:07 Topics to Cover 05:33 Exploring Trading Terminologies 06:02 Sharing Knowledge and Entertainment Snowpal Products Backends as Services on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AWS Marketplace⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mobile Apps on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠App Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Play Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Web App⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Education Platform⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for Learners and Course Creators

9 Maalis 20246min

In this podcast episode, Krish Palaniappan interviews ⁠Andy Hilliard⁠, CEO of ⁠Accelerance⁠, about offshoring and building effective globally distributed teams. They discuss the importance of understanding cultural differences in offshoring, the challenges of offshoring for different types of positions, and navigating the risks of offshoring with defined vs undefined vision. In this conversation, Andy Hilliard discusses the challenges and trends in outsourcing software development to offshore service providers. He highlights the importance of having a strong product ownership role and the need for both clients and service providers to invest in developing product ownership capabilities. Andy also emphasizes the proliferation of overnight service providers and the importance of vetting and integrating offshore teams into the client's ecosystem. He discusses the challenges of understanding cultural differences and the need for clients to spend time overseas to build relationships and trust. Finally, he introduces his book, 'Synergia,' which provides a blueprint for building effective globally distributed teams in the new era of software development. Takeaways Understanding cultural differences is crucial in offshoring to ensure effective communication and collaboration. Different types of positions may have different suitability for offshoring, and it is important to choose the right offshore partner based on their expertise and track record. Offshoring with a clearly defined vision is more straightforward, while offshoring to fill a knowledge gap requires a partner with subject matter expertise. To navigate the risks of offshoring, it is important to become a servant leader to the service provider and integrate them into your environment. Clients and service providers need to invest in developing strong product ownership capabilities. Vetting and integrating offshore teams into the client's ecosystem is crucial for successful outsourcing. Understanding cultural differences is essential for effective collaboration with offshore teams. Building relationships and trust through spending time overseas can lead to better outcomes in outsourcing. The book 'Synergia' provides insights and strategies for building effective globally distributed teams in software development. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 06:42 Understanding Cultural Differences in Offshoring 13:01 Offshoring for Different Types of Positions 22:15 Navigating the Risks of Offshoring 28:21 The Role of Product Ownership in Offshore Service Providers 30:13 Challenges of Outsourcing to Service Providers 32:43 The Proliferation of Overnight Service Providers 36:00 The Importance of Leadership Positions in Service Providers 38:22 Understanding Cultural Differences in Offshoring 41:04 The Importance of Trust and Commitment in Offshore Relationships 45:42 The Book: Synergia - A Blueprint for Building Effective Globally Distributed Teams Andy Hilliard (Accelerance) ⁠Linkedln⁠ ⁠Company Website⁠ ⁠Book⁠: "Synergea: A Blueprint for Building Effective, Globally Distributed Teams in the New Era of Software Development" Snowpal Products Backends as Services on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AWS Marketplace⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mobile Apps on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠App Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Play Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Web App⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Education Platform⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for Learners and Course Creators

6 Maalis 202455min

In this conversation, Krish discusses the evolution of software development over the past two decades. He covers various topics such as technology changes, work styles, shorter attention spans, the developer vs engineer mindset, and the importance of passion and commitment in one's career. Krish emphasizes the need for adaptability and embracing change in the software development industry. Takeaways Technology in software development is constantly evolving, particularly in front-end development. Work styles have changed, with remote work becoming more prevalent and flexible working hours. Shorter attention spans have become a challenge in design discussions and meetings. Developers need to adopt an engineering mindset and approach problems with fresh perspectives. Passion and commitment are crucial for long-term career fulfillment in software development. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:33 Technology Changes 05:19 Shorter Attention Spans 06:20 Developer vs Engineer Mindset 08:30 Passion and Commitment 10:10 Summary Snowpal Products Backends as Services on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AWS Marketplace⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mobile Apps on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠App Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Play Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Web App⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Education Platform⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for Learners and Course Creators

28 Helmi 202411min

In this episode, ⁠Serkan Durusoy⁠ shares his experiences and insights on the impact of layoffs, both from a leadership perspective and as someone who has been let go. He emphasizes the importance of proactive planning and avoiding surprises in the layoff process. Serkan also discusses the need for individuals to manage their attachment to a company and build a resilient mindset to navigate layoffs. He highlights the responsibility of employees to ensure job security by continuously developing their skills and staying up-to-date in their field. Takeaways Proactive planning and avoiding surprises are crucial in the layoff process. Managing attachment to a company and building a resilient mindset can help navigate layoffs. Employees should take responsibility for their job security by continuously developing their skills and staying up-to-date in their field. Layoffs should be conveyed with thoughtfulness and care, preferably by someone familiar to the affected employees. Genuine interest and continuous learning are crucial for long-term success in the software industry. The rise of generative AI may impact job security, but it also presents opportunities for providing unique value. Problem-solving skills are highly valuable and should be prioritized alongside technical skills. Staying relevant and adaptable is essential in a rapidly changing industry. Recognizing the uncertainty of job security and being prepared for potential layoffs is important for all professionals. Finding the crossroads of passion, skills, and market demand is key to long-term career satisfaction. It's never too late to change careers or learn new skills. Recognizing the value of tools and focusing on providing value can lead to success in any role or job. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:30 Leadership Perspective on Layoffs 09:12 Factors to Consider in Layoff Decisions 14:20 Managing Expectations and Attachment to the Company 21:34 Conveying Layoff News to Employees 25:27 Building a Resilient Mindset 28:26 Responsibility and Reaction to Layoffs 34:00 Perspective on Job Security 36:21 Impact of Layoffs and Perspective on Loss 43:41 Building Skills and Being Up-to-Date 44:28 The Importance of Genuine Interest and Continuous Learning 45:32 The Rise of Generative AI and Its Impact on Job Security 46:58 Providing Quantitative Value to Employers 48:30 The Moving Target of Value and the Need for Adaptability 49:24 Adapting to Upcoming Challenges and Staying Relevant 50:46 The Importance of Problem Solving Skills 51:12 The Responsibility to Stay Valuable in Jobs 53:17 The Continuous Learning Mindset and Recognizing Limitations 55:22 The Diminished Value of Coding Skills 56:31 The Importance of Problem Solving Skills in the Age of Generative AI 58:50 Recognizing the Uncertainty of Job Security 59:30 Recommendations for Recent Graduates and Experienced Professionals 01:00:47 Finding the Crossroads of Passion, Skills, and Market Demand 01:03:25 Overcoming the Trap of Feeling Too Old to Change Careers 01:06:02 Recognizing the Value of Tools and the Importance of Providing Value 01:09:49 Recognizing the Difficulty of Different Roles and Jobs 01:12:21 Avoiding Layoffs and Recognizing the Signs 01:14:09 Closing Remarks and Final Thoughts Snowpal Products Backends as Services on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AWS Marketplace⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mobile Apps on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠App Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Play Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Web App⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Education Platform⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for Learners and Course Creators

28 Helmi 20241h 15min

In this podcast episode, ⁠Kramer⁠ discusses his recent travels and the evolution of automation in traditional services. He highlights the excitement of witnessing the accelerated adoption of automation in different countries. The conversation then shifts to the most delicious vegetarian food in New Zealand. The hosts recap the previous podcast and set the context for the discussion on solving problems in the automated economy. They explore the changing perspectives on working for large organizations and the importance of passion and curiosity in problem-solving. The value of creativity in finding solutions and the potential of applying solutions from one country to another are also discussed. Takeaways The automated economy is rapidly evolving, with traditional services being hyper-automated and integrated into the digital economy. Entrepreneurs should be passionate about the problems they want to solve and think outside the box to find innovative solutions. Creativity is crucial in problem-solving, even when solutions have been developed elsewhere. Each solution should be tailored to the specific context and needs of the target market. The automated economy offers opportunities for entrepreneurs to solve problems and generate income in ways that were not possible before. The automated economy enables more fluid and efficient economic transactions, allowing entrepreneurs to solve problems and accelerate payment systems. Entrepreneurs can build solutions for other countries without physical presence, leveraging technology and digital enablement. Localization is crucial in building successful solutions, considering cultural norms, economic conditions, and ethical considerations. Understanding the transactional states and evolving solutions based on market conditions are key to success in the automated economy. Long-term business strategy should focus on embracing automation, hyper-personalization, and data-driven decisions. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Travel Experiences 01:16 The Evolution of Automation in Traditional Services 03:21 Delicious Vegetarian Food in New Zealand 04:41 Recap of Previous Podcast and Context Setting 07:06 Changing Perspectives on Working for Large Organizations 08:01 Identifying Problems to Solve in the Automated Economy 08:30 The Importance of Passion and Curiosity in Problem Solving 09:29 Understanding the Automated Economy and Applying Knowledge 10:22 Solving Problems in the Retail Sales Space 12:18 Taking Solutions from One Country to Another 13:47 Gaining Knowledge and Thinking Outside the Box 15:39 Applying Solutions to Similar Problems in Different Economies 19:10 Solving Problems Locally vs. Being Creative 22:24 The Importance of Passion and Creativity in Problem Solving 23:42 The Nuances of Localizing Solutions 25:29 The Significance of Creativity in Solution Building 28:32 The Value of Innovation in Problem Solving 30:12 The Similarity and Uniqueness of Problems and Solutions 34:52 The Differences in Problem Solving Across Economies 36:45 The Potential of Solving Problems in Different Nations 38:15 Solving Economic Transactions 41:31 Food Delivery in Different Cultures 42:49 Building Solutions Without Physical Presence 44:44 Mitigating Mistakes in Global Business 45:26 Understanding the Transactional States 46:24 Evolving Solutions for Different Markets 47:40 Long-Term Business Strategy in the Automated Economy 48:41 Taking Advantage of Automation 50:07 Ethics and Localization in Building Solutions 53:04 Impact of Automated Economy on Other Industries 56:32 Importance of Localization in Solutions 01:00:32 Automated Economy in India Cooperative Computing: LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠David Kramer⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Company Website⁠⁠⁠⁠ "⁠⁠⁠⁠How AI is Disrupting Traditional Business Models⁠⁠⁠⁠" Snowpal's Products: Backends as Services on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AWS Marketplace⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mobile Apps on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠App Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Play Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Web App⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Education Platform⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for Learners and Course Creators

24 Helmi 20241h 18min