The art of business: who wrote the rules? Who decided what interactions were best abstained from? Who first figured out that beer is the best facilitator? Most importantly, who first realized that without confrontation, there was no progress? confrontation [kon-fruh n-tey-shuh n,…
We're often asked how we've lasted this long. Twenty years in business is no small feat; twenty years in the software development business is a near-miracle. Though we could claim that the secret lies in what we've done right (partially…
What makes a good freelancer? Some would characterize them as hard workers, up late and back at work early; others would say the one and only quality they need is the capacity to produce a superior product; a few, though,…
Research, research, research. Can you tell how passionately we feel about this? We're not going to beat around the bush because we respect anyone looking to start a new project and we can relate; a shiny new initiative, brimming with…
Work/life balance is perhaps the hottest topic in business; how does one juggle professional versus personal lives, how much time at work is too much and what hours are best kept? Is this "balance" even possible? It may seem counterintuitive…
So you're hiring a software developer to bring your beloved concept to life; this is an important decision. Unfortunately, it can be easy to miss the equally important questions you should be asking him prior to signing your life away.…
If you've ever heard the phrase, "There are two types of people," you're already halfway to understanding how to save money, time and resources when outsourcing. In this particular case, however, these two types of people, or companies, will waste…
Wherever you are, whatever you're doing, you're struggling with something right now. You might be trudging outside on the daily, combating the snow mounting on your boots while flurries freeze whatever parts of your face the giant parka you sport…
What dictates our productivity? From external distractions to life stresses, a lack of sleep or a lack of nutrition, productivity is best described as a daily balancing act. By balancing, we mean on top of a ball being held by…
Any company under the sun would be remiss to tell you communication isn't the cornerstone to the success of any business. Without updates, discussions and most importantly, brainstorming, there can be no true progress; no brilliant idea that would eventually…
As with all aspects of life, reputations run the world. Sometimes they're warranted, sometimes they're way off but they are always in a state of flux. Such is the case for the modern offshore programming company. The offshore programming companies…
Perhaps you have a crack team of ivy league individuals; maybe you're lucky enough to be in the company of proven industry professionals; you could have seven of the brightest interns the local college has to offer at your disposal.…