Maintaining Composure, being productive with Ben Johnson

Maintaining Composure, being productive with Ben Johnson

Author: PM Power Consulting September 21, 2024 Duration: 23:21

I continue my conversation with Ben Johnson, the CEO of Particle 41, a company that provides fractional CTO services, software development, data science, data engineering, and AI solutions

In this part, Ben talks about:

  • The importance of user adoption for successful technology implementation.
  • The challenges and benefits of agile development in contract-based projects.
  • The value of personal practices like journaling and mindfulness for maintaining composure and productivity.
  • Career advice for aspiring technologists, including the importance of continuous learning and specializing in niche areas.
  • The enduring value of expertise and the opportunities created by emerging technologies like AI and blockchain.

Benjamin Johnson, CEO & Founder @ Particle41

Benjamin Johnson is a serial technical co-founder with a track record of success and hands-on open-source programming experience. He has a wide range of being both a board-level advisor and founder but also an in-depth understanding of how things work. Through his 20+ years as a software developer and leader, he has gained extensive experience with remotely distributed development teams and business hacks.


Benjamin is the CEO & Founder of Particle41, a dev firm founded by industry veterans that aims to help companies accelerate their initiatives through Software Development, DevOps, and Data Science.


With a constant focus on results and ways to improve, Benjamin is having fun building highly scalable and highly secure applications.


https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminrjohnson/


Behind every line of code, there's a person with a story. Software People Stories, from PM Power Consulting, moves beyond abstract theory and polished case studies to explore the real, human experience of building technology. This isn't about hypotheticals; it's a collection of candid conversations with the practitioners themselves-developers, designers, product managers, and architects-who share firsthand accounts from the trenches. They talk about the paths that led to success and, just as importantly, the unexpected detours and failures that provided the most valuable lessons. Each episode delves into the nuanced journey of discovering what users need, designing elegant systems, navigating complex development, and ultimately delivering solutions that matter. By focusing on these personal narratives, the podcast reveals the core of software creation: a blend of technical skill, creative problem-solving, and team dynamics. Listeners gain practical wisdom and relatable perspectives on the challenges and triumphs inherent in the tech industry. Tune in for an honest look at the craft, where the stories of people are just as crucial as the software they build. You'll find this podcast a refreshing source of insight for anyone involved in or curious about the technology and business landscapes, offering career lessons learned the hard way.
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