Geeks hate management-speak and see it as superficial and dishonest. Managers shouldn’t learn to speak tech, but they should drop the biz-buzzwords. A manager can say “We need to proactively impact our time-to-market” or simply use english and stick to “We gotta be on time with this project”.
Not only geeks, normal people too, there’s nothing [...]
I have to adopt this:
1. Avoid using instant messaging: It’s a constant source of distraction.
2. Only check your e-mail twice a day: The surest way to waste time is the ol’ Send and Receive button.
3. Stick to what matters: Take care of the most important [...]
It’s not summer yet, but it sure feels like it’s time to start playing some visits to the beach! I’m driving down south with two friends for 3 days of sun (let’s hope), sand and salty water. 2006 has been nice in terms of holidays at week days, so I’ve been enjoying them as much [...]
I used to hate going on buses, they are a real nag, sometimes you can’t find a seat and have to stand up, there’s always the occasional loud talkers, the people generally are the main problem. In the last few weeks I’ve been driving to work, and have to say it’s even worse. If the [...]
