Isaac Askew and Jeffrey Sherman discuss tactics used in project management to obscure the true state of projects, especially when they are not going well. They explore the shift from deliverables to phases, the focus on work instead of outcomes, and strategies to bring clarity and accountability back into project management through naming conventions and demos.

In this conversation, Isaac Askew and Jeffrey Sherman discuss the challenges faced by a small business looking to scale its operations. Isaac shares insights from a recent consultation where he aimed to help a client understand their inefficiencies and explore potential solutions without immediately resorting to hiring a full-time employee. The discussion covers the importance of understanding existing systems, evaluating technology choices, and balancing short-term fixes with long-term strategies. The conversation emphasizes a consultative approach that prioritizes the client's needs and the practicalities of their business environment.

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In this episode, Isaac Askew and Jeffrey Sherman discuss the phenomenon of accountability black holes created by software rewrites. They explore how the decision to rewrite can lead to neglecting existing bugs, the challenges of prioritization in development, and the implications of resource allocation. The conversation emphasizes the importance of weighing the impact of bugs against the resources available for fixing them, ultimately concluding that the decision to address bugs often depends on various factors.

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