Best of Stay SaaSy — 2024

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   Problem Driven Development

   Senior Engineers and Engineering Managers often struggle to create effective technical roadmaps due to lack of training and prioritization challenges. Problem Driven Development offers a straightforward approach: prioritize solving the biggest issues you face. It focuses on aligning the technical roadmap with real problems rather than arbitrary solutions. Regularly reviewing and addressing these issues ensures more efficient development and better problem resolution within the team.

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   Stop trying to rebuild your SaaS products

   Replacing SaaS products with in-house tools often leads to higher costs, staffing challenges, and inefficiencies. While AI can expedite development, it cannot replace the expertise and economies of scale held by established SaaS providers. CTOs are advised to focus on improving their core products rather than attempting to rebuild SaaS tools internally.

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   A Practical Guide to Executive Presence: Earning Respect

   Executive presence is defined by behaviors that earn respect and make others listen closely. Key behaviors include demonstrating deep expertise, avoiding uncontrolled lateness, working hard, not taking things too literally, and having a life outside of work. These traits prevent resentment and build strong relationships with other executives.

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   Don't Act Differently After You Give Notice

   Changing your behavior after giving notice of resignation can harm your reputation. Maintaining consistent behavior is crucial, as drastic changes, even if positive, can make colleagues perceive you as inauthentic. It's essential to continue doing your job and leave on a positive note to ensure you are remembered well in the industry.

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   Advice That I Can't Get Out of My Head

   Advice on preventing burnout, understanding SaaS competition, and trusting your gut in decision-making.

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