As a member of a software implementation team, I consider building credibility with new clients extremely important. Fortunately, clients usually have many positive interactions with people at Atomic Object before meeting with us, which tees up the relationship. Nevertheless, there’s often a noticeable skepticism from clients before implementation begins. This is understandable, as these clients […]

I recently read Stephen King’s On Writing, a cross between a memoir and a writing guide. Even though King is a fiction writer, I was surprised to find that there’s a good deal of writing advice that applies to the writing I do as a consultant, explaining complex concepts to clients. I’ve also been working […]

When you need to learn a bunch of new things at once, constantly context switching between them can be very counterproductive. Concepts can get jumbled together in your head, and it can become impossible to remember which information applies to which topic. Fortunately, there are a few simple things you can do to help you […]

Appreciating your coworkers is a great way to build strong relationships in the workplace. I often feel appreciative, but I find it’s hard to make that appreciation known — especially when I’m busy or under pressure or stress. But making appreciation known can reap big rewards, both in building relationships and in making you feel […]

I was recently chatting with a computer science student about her personal career goals. She was struggling a bit to name anything specific that she’s hoping to accomplish, saying it’s largely because there are so many possibilities. She asked me, “What tools should I know? What things are most likely to get me a job?” […]