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Soft Skills Engineering

Jamison Dance and Dave Smith
Software Engineering
Software Development
Productivity
Job Market
Remote Work
Soft Skills
Engineering Management
Work-Life Balance
Hiring Practices
Bureaucracy
Quality Assurance
Company Culture
Drowsiness
Scrum
Team Dynamics
Salary Negotiation
Technical Skills
Notion
Workplace Culture
Caffeine Consumption

It takes more than great code to be a great engineer. Soft Skills Engineering is a weekly advice podcast for software developers about the non-technical stuff that goes into being a great software developer.

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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions:

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Hey Dave and Jamison,

Big fan of the show — listening from Portugal! (Proof that even across the Atlantic, software politics are universal.)

I’m a tech lead, and lately I’ve notice... more

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“My manager insists on a weekly 1:1 with me, but he rarely pays attention. He’s often on his laptop, texting, checking email — basically anything but listening. I’ve tried sending agen... more

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I work at a big tech company on a remote team of about 10 people, and most of them have been here for 5+ years. I’m in the “newer” half of the team with 4 years here. My problem is, in... more

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What signals do you look for when interviewing candidates? I’ve helped interview many people at this point and almost all of the engineers that I marked as “hire” that we brought on bo... more

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Hosts

Dave Smith
A host known for his light-hearted approach and extensive background in software engineering, providing practical advice while making development topics accessible.
Jamison Dance
Co-host with a knack for humor and storytelling, often blending technical insights with engaging narratives to discuss the softer side of engineering.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • The missing puzzle piece for a worrier entering (or growing in) the career field

    For someone who likes to be prepared and wants to be prepared to make the BEST decisions, this podcast is the (formerly) missing puzzle piece. As important as technical know-how is social know-how and this podcast covers that topic fantastically.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DimensionlessDave
    United States10 months ago
  • Worthwhile topics but excessive time-wasting

    E.g. in the episode titled “Dark patterns…”, it took more than 5m:30s to actually address the question

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Noffica
    Canadaa year ago
  • Good, clean, and fun.

    Jamison and Dave are both the right mix of funny and serious.

    Great soft skill advice and how to common sense.

    Glad I finally get to listen to them.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tim from Victoria
    Australiaa year ago
  • Good content, atrocious audio

    I’m a few episodes in and I love the content. I physically cannot listen to these horrible audio levels anymore. It ranges wildly from speaking voices that are barely audible, to laughter or utterance that nearly blows out my speakers. I really hope they get this leveled out in future episodes because I can’t listen to this much more.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Kkellylynne
    United States2 years ago
  • Good advice

    They give thoughtful advice that is clearly drawn from years of experience.

    I just wish they would cut to the chase more quickly because there’s a lot of dead time due to slow moving banter.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    gus ostow
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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The discussions often resonate well, particularly for those navigating workplace dynamics and soft skill improvements.
Many listeners appreciate the engaging blend of humor and practical advice offered.
Several reviews mention the quality of the advice while highlighting the hosts' relatable style, though some critique audio quality in early episodes.

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#200
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#75
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#131
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#118
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#173
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#180
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Episode 488: How do I survive in a culture of optics and jira slacker
Q: How can I get better at, quote, the other stuff besides just writing code?
Recognize that creating progress involves motivating a team, understanding the importance of accessibility, and advocating for impactful changes. Utilize tools like ChatGPT and strive for clear progress indicators.
Episode 488: How do I survive in a culture of optics and jira slacker
Q: How do I deal with or influence this kind of culture without losing my sanity or turning into one of those optics-first people myself?
Focus on providing tangible data and real impact rather than engaging in the optics of productivity. Work towards creating a progress board and set goals that the whole team can rally around.
Episode 486: No one on my team talks and skip level meetings
Q: How do I feel less weird about this?
Shift your perspective to see the meeting as a beneficial opportunity for both you and your skip-level manager.
Episode 485: I'm terrible at hiring decisions and my coworker spams us with AI-generated memes
Q: How can I address a coworker's distraction caused by AI-generated memes during meetings?
You should check with other team members to see if they find it distracting, then communicate your concerns to the coworker, suggesting a limit on the number of memes shared in meetings.
Episode 485: I'm terrible at hiring decisions and my coworker spams us with AI-generated memes
Q: What signals do you look for when interviewing candidates?
There are no easy answers to avoid hiring low performers, but using behavioral questions can help assess past actions and results more effectively than general queries.

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Focused on the intersection of technical skill and interpersonal dynamics, the episodes explore essential soft skills that software developers need to thrive in their careers. Topics covered include career development, mentorship, team dynamics, work-life balance, and the challenges of transitioning into leadership roles. Unique to this show is its emphasis on practical advice accompanied by light-hearted banter, making complex themes approachable while providing insights into the emotional and social aspects of the tech industry. Listeners seeking to navigate their professional journeys will find relatable discussions on common hurdles faced by developers at various stages of their careers.

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