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Re:Hard-to-swallow truths they won't tell you about software... by siva7 on Wednesday November 08, 2023 @06:29AM (#38188984)
Remember Rule 10: Soft skills over technical skills. I'm sure the team lead has some qualities.
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Re:Hard-to-swallow truths they won't tell you about software... by chasd00 on Wednesday November 08, 2023 @07:02AM (#38189257)
I told a guy I mentor this once. You can make a career out of only knowing the right people and you can make a career out of only knowing the right things. The situation you want to be in though is knowing the right people AND knowing the right things. That’s where the real money is.
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Re:Hard-to-swallow truths they won't tell you about software... by guappa on Wednesday November 08, 2023 @07:38AM (#38189571)
The only skill he has is sucking up to his boss.
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