The Healthy Developer Show

A YouTube channel and podcast about sustainable solutions for working in the tech industry.

Learn how to build trust with management, reduce pressure to hit deadlines, and accept what you can't change (and focus on what you can).
Hear behind-the-scenes stories about how people treated each other on real software projects from my career. You'll understand different perspectives and become a better communicator.
Follow my evolving journey of building a solo career coaching business, where I've helped over 130 tech professionals keep growing in their careers.

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Episodes

April 1, 2024 | 14:03

Programmers love to “do it ourselves”, but this can make it harder to get help – when we actually need it.

March 25, 2024 | 27:58

To sell your technical product or service, connect with the person you’re convincing so they can understand the value you offer.

March 18, 2024 | 20:54

After being manipulated by many other programmers and managers through political games, I was tempted to fight dirty.

March 11, 2024 | 28:09

Why do people in tech careers often mistake intelligence for wisdom, and why is our industry so prone to making unwise decisions?

March 4, 2024 | 18:56

A lot of tech career advice that promotes short-term thinking – be careful not to burn your bridges before you reach the finish line.

February 26, 2024 | 27:54

It’s tempting to just bail the moment you don’t like some aspect of a tech job, hoping for greener pastures.