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A Matter of Ambition
FromREWORK
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Length:
28 minutes
Released:
May 8, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
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 explained02:18 - Sticking to fundamentals and simplicity can still have a major impact06:09 - A hefty price tag on software doesn’t mean it’s good11:29 - How 37signals structures teams for new product development18:17 - Uncertainty can serve as adventure the exact path to success is not known22:32 - A change in priorities is often necessary to fuel ambition24:59 - The motivation is to make products betterLinks and Resources:Books by 37signalsSign up for a 30-day free trial at Basecamp.comHEY World | HEYThe REWORK podcastThe Rework Podcast on YouTubeThe 37signals Dev Blog37signals on YouTube@37signals on X
Released:
May 8, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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