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Hi there,
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Have you ever wondered how the person next to you sees the same things you're looking at right now? This question might seem a little awkward, but when you think about it - that's exactly what you should do if you want to excel in everyday work. A well-managed IT project is a mix of excellent planning and communication, with clients' and developers' perspectives in mind. An outstanding UX is impossible to achieve without walking in the user's shoes. Good team management requires understanding your team's flow and spirit.
This issue collects articles that highlight the value of trying to imagine the world seen by another pair of eyes. Plus, there's a bonus for all of those in constant search for great reads - a set of 36 great startup-themed content and news spots. Enjoy!
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it’s easy to fall into the FOMO gutter and struggle to get out if you're trying to stay up-to-date with the latest startup news and trends. Also, knowing where to look for relevant information can be tricky - so many pages, so little time! Here's a list of 36 resources that guarantee high quality content for anyone hooked on startups. Pick and mix your favourites! Brought to you by Kasia Kramnik.
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Have you ever browsed through a website thinking: this could be looking so much better? Of course, you did. There are people who put their words into actions and prepare uncommissioned redesigns to evangelize how important a good design is. Once you visit Uninvited Redesigns (curated by Zoltan Gocza), it will change the way you think of design and will open up your mind for creativity. Perhaps you'll get inspired to change something in your very own website design? Check it out!
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Time is probably the only unreturnable resource out there and once you fail at managing it right - it's gone forever. Why not try to stretch your working day a little bit with just a few changes in scheduling? Easier said than done, I agree, but this article by Kasey Fleisher Hickey will show you four simple ideas to increase your productivity and make every second value more. Reading this one is certainly not a waste of time!
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When you think Imgur, what do you see? Your Facebook timeline flooded with viral images, probably? That's right, but there are two sides to every story, and this is what Sam Gerstenzang brings to you with this article - a view of a company insider. A quick and pleasant read on project management that perfectly sums up what many of us might have come across on a professional path.
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Are you considering outsourcing services to a remote company? Congratulations, your business must be thriving! On the other hand, there are many things that might bother you before you pick your A team. How do you make sure everyone's on the same page with the project progress? How can you find out if each and every team member is following the practices you agreed on? How do you keep documents accessible and maintain order at the same time? There are many questions to ask, and this post by John Waldron brings you clear and actionable answers.
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Getting new users into subscribing to your list or purchasing your product would be much easier if it resembled a regular hunt, but we al know things don't work that way. It's about creating a path your customer wants to walk through and stay on, and it's your goal to make it a safe, pleasant and comfortable place. Rick Pastoor explains the must-know strategies to create a flawless user onboarding strategy.
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Excelling at project management requires a unique combination of soft skills: communication, creativity, problem solving, and many more. However, when it comes to IT projects, some claim that technical knowledge, such as the ability to code, is essential. Would you agree? Marta Ciesielska of Netguru, a philologist turned project manager, reveals how her humanistic background proves helpful in everyday work with IT teams.
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You know your product like a back of your hand and it seems easy to forget that your users don't feel the same. Writing a remarkable interface with carefully crafted copy is a real challenge. In his post and video presentation, Des Traynor of Intercom explains how content strategy influences software usability.
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So, you have a great idea for an app and can't wait to see it ready on your smartphone or laptop? Great! You hit the development house of your choice and... now what? This roadmap shows you how to prepare your project description before talking to developers and project managers. Also, it tells what preparations and questions you can expect from the dev house team themselves.
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Have you heard of content fatigue? That's what happens when an audience gets too much content to digest, no matter the quality. Simply posting content where you should is not an option anymore - you need to figure out a strategy which will help you outrun the competition. This post by Ed Leake will take you a step closer to understanding how to reach out to your audience - and build it from scratch.
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That's it for today! I hope you enjoyed this month's issue. If there is anything you would like to see or change in our newsletter, don't hesitate and drop me a line. Your comments are very welcome!
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Until next time,
Wiktor Schmidt
netguru.co
+48 601 165 799
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