Leading Beyond The Scramble: Part 2
A few years ago I was discussing an industry trend with a colleague. I wanted to move my career forward, to step up and grow beyond the testing niche I found myself stuck in. My friend listened patiently, and then at the end of the...
Leading Beyond The Scramble: Part 1
After nearly twenty years of working in software, I have come to see some things repeat – the same type of event happens over and over, at many companies. One of them is what I call the scramble. It starts with the employees are frantically...
Leading The Next Generation Of Testers
Every parent, coach, counselor, manager, mentor, teacher, or advisor, has experienced the complexity of guiding others in the right direction. If you’ve been one or more of these, then you have likely felt the desire in your heart and your mind to be part of...
What Type Of Leader Are You?
Contrary to the common understanding of the term ‘leader’, the nature of leadership is complementary. The leader of any given group is chosen by the group to perform a certain function: to solve the group problems. Such dynamics can explain why one person may well...
Over A Cup Of Tea With Dr Cem Kaner – Part 1
Evolution of the Art and Craft of Testing cannot be discussed without citing credits to the work done by Dr.Cem Kaner in the last few decades. Dr.Cem’s contribution to this field has had a significant influence on the way testing is being done by thinking...
Gratitude Is Worry’s Cure
While I write this on the very last day of unforgettable 2020, my mind is clouded with so many thoughts and flashbacks of this year. 2020 has been hard. There is no denying that. But, it seems to have opened lots of new possibilities and...