REWORK

Knowing when you're in over your head and recognizing when a project has gone off the rails are crucial aspects of successful project management.  But what are the red flags to watch for to prevent project derailment and how can you tell if a project is doomed to fail—even before you start?  This week, Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson, the co-founders of 37signals, sit down with host...

Unlike some tech giants that have notoriously pulled the plug on beloved products (remember Google's sudden discontinuation of Google Reader?), 37signals takes a vastly different approach with their pledge to support ALL of their products for the life of the internet. This week host Kimberly Rhodes sits down with Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson, the co-founders of 37signals, to explo...

In today's fast-paced information-saturated world, advice is abundant, but it can be difficult to determine which sources are truly reliable. This week, Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson, the co-founders of 37signals, join host Kimberly Rhodes to discuss the challenges of navigating the ever-growing sea of advice and how to choose the right guidance for your journey. Listen in as they...

You’ve no doubt heard the 37signals team talking about leaving the cloud . Well, now the transition is complete! In this episode of Rework, 37signals co-founder David Heinemeier Hansson and Director of Operations Eron Nicholson sit down with host Kimberly Rhodes to discuss the unexpected speed of the move, the decisions, the hurdles they faced, and the behind the scenes of the meticulous process o...

This week, Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson, co-founders of 37signals, join host Kimberly Rhodes to answer listener questions from the recent episode about Two-Person Teams. They tackle topics ranging from two-person team collaboration techniques to their innovative approach to team cooldown periods and the benefits for individuals and the overall project workflow.  Listen in as they discu...

When should small business owners start paying attention to AI? Is immediate action necessary, or are we already behind?  In today's episode, 37signals co-founders Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson sit down with host Kimberly Rhodes to discuss the landscape of AI and its implications for businesses.  From the impact on small business owners to the ever-present question of falling behin...

Time is a valuable resource that often leaves us longing for more hours to conquer our ever-expanding to-do lists. The relentless stream of emails, meetings, and responsibilities can easily hijack our concentration, reminding us that while we have 24 hours at our disposal, we don't have 24 hours of attention a day. In this episode of the Rework podcast, 37signals co-founders Jason Fried and D...

It's been more than seven months since Elon Musk purchased Twitter. Since then, a reported 80% of the company has been let go, reducing their staff from just under 8,000 employees to around 1,500.  With all that turmoil, many believed that Twitter would fail completely or stop working, but Twitter's still up! Today, host Kimberly Rhodes, Jason Fried, and David Heinemeier Hansson sit down...

In a time when many companies are disregarding profitability and spending recklessly, Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson have taken a different approach at 37signals. They believe that caring about costs is a timely concern and a fundamental principle for running a successful small business. In this episode of the “Rework” podcast, they sit down with Kimberly Rhodes to discuss the critical i...

If you've been following along with the podcast, you've heard the mention of two-person teams and how 37signals makes the most of its software features and productivity with just two people working together—one programmer and one designer.  In this episode of the Rework podcast, 37signals co-founders Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson sit down with Kimberly Rhodes to dive deeper in...

On the previous episode of the Rework podcast, Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson, co-founders of 37signals, joined host Kimberly Rhodes to answer listener questions and share their insights on various topics such as project ownership, attracting talent, and building a successful team.  This week, they return to address one question that deserved its own episode. Tune in as they reflect on a...

On last week's Rework podcast, Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson, co-founders of 37signals, joined host Kimberly Rhodes to answer listener questions about their approach to design, decision-making, and more. Today, they return to tackle more listener questions, covering a diverse range of topics such as delegating projects, hiring, and remote work. Listen in as they discuss their strat...

In this episode of Rework, Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson, co-founders of 37signals, join host Kimberly Rhodes to answer questions posed by Rework listeners.  Listen in as they share their insights and experiences in running a successful software company by answering questions from podcast listeners on topics such as 37signals' approach to design, decision-making processes, product...

In this episode of Rework, Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson, co-founders of 37signals, join host Kimberly Rhodes to discuss the power of taking sabbaticals as business owners. Jason recently returned to work after taking his first sabbatical in nearly 23 years. He and David share their experiences and insights on the benefits of taking extended breaks from work.  They cover the challenges...

In October 2022, 37signals announced they would transition off cloud services in a post titled "Why We're Leaving the Cloud."     Despite the advantages of the cloud, the downsides were too significant for the company. In this follow-up episode to Leaving the Cloud on REWORK , co-founder David Heinemeier Hansson and Director of Operations Eron Nicholson discuss the progress 37signal...

Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson, co-founders of 37signals, advocate for taking extended breaks from work, as outlined in their book "It Doesn't Have to Be Crazy at Work ." While this practice is relatively common in many parts of the world, it's less common in North America. In this episode of Rework, host Kimberly Rhodes is joined by Jeff Hardy, a programmer at 37sign...

Remote work has become increasingly popular in recent years, offering several benefits, such as increased flexibility and the ability to work anywhere globally.  However, there are some challenges that come with remote work and it’s certainly not for all companies.  In this episode of the Rework podcast, 37signals co-founders Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson discuss these issues and how th...

Writing is crucial for communication and collaboration in both remote and in-person organizations. But how do you find and hire great writers?  Today, Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson sit down to share why writing is at the heart of the success of 37signals and why they believe it's essential for every employee to be a skilled writer, regardless of their title or role.   Listen in as...

"Everyone should manage themselves" has been a core principle at 37signals from day one and has continued to be key as the company has expanded.  Today, Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson sit down to discuss why it’s essential to the success of your company to bring on board self-sufficient employees who require minimal supervision in what they refer to as "Managers of One&quo...

37signals has undergone some name changes since its inception over 20 years ago: starting as 37signals in 1999, then changing to Basecamp in 2014, before switching back to 37signals in 2022.  Today, Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson sit down to uncover the story behind the name 37signals, the reasoning behind the name changes, and the impact a name has on a business as we discuss what'...

Are you working over 40 hours a week while putting your personal life on hold? That's a common trap entrepreneurs, and executives often fall into while striving for success in their careers.  It's also the fast track to sabotage your performance and drive yourself into burnout.  It's time to re-evaluate your priorities and find a healthier balance. Today, Jason Fried and David Heine...

If you follow Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson, the co-founders of 37signals, anywhere online, you know they aren’t afraid to speak their minds and stand up for what they believe in.    Today, Jason and David sit down to discuss how embracing their viewpoint has led them to go toe-to-toe with some of the industry's biggest behemoths. They’ll walk us through some of their biggest battl...

“When dealing with customers, especially those that are angry, there are always two tokens on the table. One is the token for it just doesn't matter. It's not a big deal. And the other token is it's the end of the world. We pick one, and the customer picks the other.”—Chase Clemons Today, Chase Clemons is here. Chase is the Head of Customer Support and is on the front lines every da...

What is your method of connecting with your customers? Does your product or service make sense to them, and do you understand how they see it?    Our perception of what is easy and straightforward and what the customer perceives as easy and straightforward can sometimes differ, making it vital for everyone on the team to hear directly from the customers without the ‘muffler.‘    Today, the cofound...

With the year ending, it's a good time to reflect on how far you've come in the past year as a company.    Today, the cofounders of 37signals, Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson, discuss the growth of the company in 2022 and some of the significant changes they made this year.    They'll walk us through some of the new positions they’ve added, the challenges they faced along t...