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  1. Amazing Women Amazing Giant Robots

    On the Giant Robots Podcast I’ve learned from so many incredible women. Here are just four of the many episodes that have stuck with me from past last year.

    Chad Pytel
    March 8, 2019
    • Podcast
  2. We Don’t Always Know What’s Better for Us

    We self-selected open offices because they felt better. How do we ensure we’re making good long term choices and not just choosing what feels good now?

    Chad Pytel
    October 5, 2018
    • Playbook
  3. The Icebox is where stories go to die

    Get rid of your Icebox. Reduce your overhead, clarify your roadmap, and make it easier to estimate timelines.

    Chad Pytel
    September 17, 2018
    • Playbook
  4. Leadership Positions at thoughtbot

    Highlights of the evolution of leadership positions at thoughtbot, and pointers to our open leadership positions.

    Chad Pytel
    May 4, 2018
    • News
  5. Join thoughtbot to work on React Native iOS and Android apps

    We’re looking for developers with experience in React Native in Boston, NYC, SF, Raleigh, and Austin.

    Chad Pytel
    April 25, 2018
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  6. Join thoughtbot as Development Director in Austin

    We’re looking for a technical leader to support and grow our development team in Austin.

    Chad Pytel
    April 4, 2018
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  7. Countdown to Product Launch: How Your Audience and Reputation Boost Your Success

    The launch of your new product is in sight. Follow this roadmap for an amazing new product launch.

    Chad Pytel
    April 3, 2018
    • Playbook
  8. Join thoughtbot as Development Director in San Francisco

    We’re looking for a technical leader to support and grow our development team in San Francisco.

    Chad Pytel
    March 27, 2018
    • News
  9. How to Reduce Market Risk by Building Your Reputation and Audience Before You Launch

    One of the risks when starting a new business is that you launch and no one knows about your product. By building your audience in advance of launching, you can ensure that like-minded people, who are your early customers, are already primed and paying attention.

    Chad Pytel
    March 23, 2018
    • Playbook
  10. Eight Essential Steps to Reducing Product Risk

    One of the biggest risks when starting a new business is accidentally building something people won’t use. Here are eight essential steps to reduce this risk.

    Chad Pytel
    February 19, 2018
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