The1DrewHarris - Articles

We've all seen it. Every department has clear accountability: Marketing owns conversion rates. Sales own pipeline metrics. Finance owns P&L statements. And engineering? Too often, it's shrouded in mystery. "It's complicated," we hear. Deadlines slip, priorities shift, and teams hide behind technical complexity. But here’s the truth: engineering can and should be held accountable . U nmanaged expectations are a significant reason why so many IT initiatives fail . 70% of them, according to some studies. It’s time to bring engineering out of the black box and into the light. Why Expectations Matter in Engineering Clear expectations are the foundation of a high-performing engineering team . They provide: Direction : Ambiguous requirements lead to wasted effort and rework. Focus : Shifting priorities kill momentum. Motivation : Engineers who understand how their work contributes to the bigger picture are more engaged and take ownership. Trust : Delivering on prom...

In today's turbulent SaaS market, "growth at all costs" is out; efficient, sustainable progress is in. With hiring freezes and budget cuts looming, many companies feel trapped. But what if your most significant growth lever isn't a costly external hire but the untapped potential of your current team? This article challenges the scarcity mindset, revealing how investing strategically in your existing employees can yield surprisingly better ROI than chasing talent you can't even afford to pursue. The False Economy of Ignoring Your Internal Talent (Especially Now): Hiring is Frozen (and That's OK): Recruitment, onboarding, and training are expensive. Accept that you won't be hiring, and focus on maximizing what you have.  Brain Drain Amplified: The loss of institutional knowledge hurts even more when you can't replace it. Failing to tap into your team's collective experience is a critical waste.  Morale Under Pressure: Hiring freezes can make employ...