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The 1:1Podcast for Software Engineers Author: Bresdin O'Malley and Rusty Tanton
The 1:1 is a podcast dedicated to tackling the current issues in software engineering through authentic and meaningful conversations. We delve into topics such as the hiring process, the true essence of a 1:1 meeting, showing up for teammates, the importance of focus time, and why certain methodologies, like Scrum, might hinder development. We emphasize the need for creating and maintaining focus time and address communication issues within and between teams.Our episodes often feature guests who share their firsthand experiences with mass layoffs, the struggles of the interview process, the crucial role of midlevel developers, and the emerging gap at the associate level. By combining these topics, we aim to build a community where engineers feel heard and supported.Each episode is designed to provide practical insights and foster a sense of belonging in the engineering community. The 1:1 podcast strives to highlight the importance of personal connections and mentorship in the tech industry.Join us as we create a platform for engineers to voice their challenges, share their triumphs, and explore solutions to the issues we face today. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, The 1:1 ensures that a wide range of perspectives are represented, making our discussions rich and multifaceted.Email us at the1on1devpodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Language: en Genres: Business, Careers, Management Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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1:1 with Andy Siefkes - Get Busy Liv’n
Episode 7
Monday, 2 June, 2025
Andy Siefkes–Co-founder of Connective and Get Busy Liv’n–joins us for this episode of The 1:1 Podcast. We discuss the importance of living an authentic, balanced life in an industry where it can be challenging to do so.0:00 - Intro2:24 - Work-life balance and the Get Busy Livn brand4:34 - How Get Busy Livn started7:15 - What happens on a Get Busy Livn trip9:20 - Different personality types / being true to yourself15:53 - Advice for workaholics on how to Get Busy Livn21:21 - Strategies to confront pressure 26:42 - The importance of hope and friendship32:13 - What's next for Get Busy Livn39:01 - Final thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.













