A podcast by 37signals about the better way to work and run your business. The REWORK podcast features the co-founders of 37signals (the makers of Basecamp and HEY), Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson sharing their unique perspective on business and entrepreneurship along with host Kimberly Rhodes.
This podcast episode explores the addition of a "Fuck No" feature in an email client software, the development of an Easter Egg icon to bring humor and engagement to users, the evolution of Easter eggs in software over time, the positive reception of hidden features by users, the importance of innovation and ignoring c...
This podcast episode emphasizes the significance of sharing and authenticity in building an audience, rather than relying on paid advertising. It highlights the importance of creating genuine, valuable content that resonates with the audience, while avoiding "content marketing bullshit." The speakers also discuss the c...
This podcast episode emphasizes the significance of acting swiftly on inspiration and leveraging it to drive progress in product development. It also explores the challenges of maintaining inspiration and motivation throughout the development process and the significance of creating an environment that sustains motivat...
This podcast episode delves into the nature of company culture and its embodiment through consistent actions and behaviors rather than written statements or mission statements. It emphasizes the importance of demonstrating culture through actions rather than words and warns against creating an inauthentic or forced cul...
This podcast episode delves into how @37signals set up its leadership positions and how its leaders approached the hiring process. They shared their ideology about hiring @executives for distributed teams since leaders are hard to assess prior to having them on the job and it takes a long process to find the right cand...
This podcast episode explores the rise of subscription-based software and the desire to create products that are simple, accessible, and affordable. The new ONCE product line, from the creators of Basecamp and HEY, focuses on purchasing software once and owning it outright, avoiding the ongoing fees associated with Saa...
This podcast episode emphasizes the importance of adjusting scope to meet deadlines and budgets in software development. By embracing constraints like deadlines and budgets, teams can focus on essential features, continuously evaluate progress, and eliminate unnecessary complexity. The speakers highlight the dynamic na...
This podcast episode discusses the decision to remove TypeScript from Turbo 8 due to a preference for dynamically typed languages and the challenges faced by open source maintainers when encountering negative feedback. The episode also explores the tribal nature of technical debates, how social media amplifies controve...
This podcast episode explores the concept of the "betting table," a process used to prioritize and select ideas for development. By involving key stakeholders and considering factors such as company appetite, business goals, and technical feasibility, the betting table helps teams avoid the pitfalls of backlogs and emp...
This podcast episode focuses on the concept of pitches in product development. A pitch is a high-level document that explains the purpose and problem a new feature or product aims to solve. The ideal pitch provides sufficient information to guide the team but avoids excessive detail that can lead to inflexibility. Pitc...
This podcast episode explores 37signals' definition and appreciation of "underdogs," which are scrappy and agile small companies or individuals who are up against larger competitors. Under underdog mindset allows them to embrace the advantages of less, overcome obstacles, and enjoy greater confidence in their journey o...
This podcast episode discusses the inevitability of bugs in software development and the importance of prioritizing them. The speakers argue that not all bugs are created equal and that quality assurance should be a key consideration in software development. A Toyota production line analogy is used to illustrate the be...
This podcast episode explores the pitfalls of uncontrolled scope creep in projects and offers practical advice on managing projects effectively. Key takeaways include the importance of setting clear boundaries, avoiding multitasking, and embracing a flexible approach to deadlines. By learning from the mistakes of other...
This podcast episode emphasizes the importance of legacy and brand value in business, advocating that companies should prioritize customer satisfaction and long-term value over short-term profitability. The hosts highlight the practice of big businesses discontinuing services, including Google's decision to kill its do...
This podcast episode explores the complexities of advice-giving and decision-making in an era of information overload. It emphasizes the value of seeking advice from experts with relevant experience while recognizing the importance of following one's instincts. The discussion highlights the challenges of navigating hom...
This podcast episode discusses the journey of 37signals, a software company, in moving their products back from the cloud to their own servers. The move, initially anticipated to take years, was surprisingly completed within six months. The team faced several challenges, including determining the appropriate technology...
This podcast outlines strategies for maintaining productivity and resilience in two-person software development teams. The key takeaway is to plan and prepare for potential obstacles such as sickness or departures. Additionally, they emphasize the importance of trust, open communication, and balancing reactive and proa...
This podcast episode explores the multifaceted aspects of AI and its impact on various industries. While AI presents tremendous potential, the speakers emphasize the importance of approaching it with curiosity and managing expectations. They encourage listeners to embrace the rapid pace of innovation AI brings and to e...
This podcast episode explores the concept of time bucketing as a means of enhancing productivity. The speakers emphasize the importance of allocating specific time slots to particular tasks, rather than attempting to multitask or work extended hours. This approach allows for uninterrupted time to work on tasks, minimiz...
This podcast episode analyzes Elon Musk's acquisition of Twitter and its impact on the company's operations. The speakers argue that Twitter's continued functionality after a significant workforce reduction highlights the notion of "bullshit jobs" and overstaffing in many companies. They emphasize the benefits of opera...
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