Majority of Work

Aug 19 2024 3
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Let's unravel the human side of tech jobs together. At the end of the day, the majority of work involves other people. 

We answer the practical question: As a software engineer, how do I improve my people skills? And why? We have interviews with a wide range of tech professionals, host Q&As, and provide you with insights that are immediately practical, honest, and most importantly, always worth your time.

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