There are several work methodologies and mindsets (such as Scrum) that companies in the Boston tech scene apply to their employees. Christian Ollenborger writes about the Agile mindset and how it can positively affect business operations.
Stories
By: Christian Ollenborger | July 5, 2018
By: Caitlin Burke | June 29, 2018
Parsec is on a mission to change the way gamers access PC games. We learn how co-founders Benjy Boxer and Chris Dickson created Parsec, and how their interface works in the best interest of their consumers.
By: Christina Luconi | June 28, 2018
There isn’t one straightforward answer to building the perfect employee training program, but there are a few things that are consistently present in all the best ones. Having participated in a variety of hypergrowth companies over the years, Christina Luconi shares what she has learned with people development.
By: Caitlin Burke | June 25, 2018
Furnishare is an online marketing where consumers can buy and sell previously owned furniture. Our interview with Alpay Koralturk shares the details on his background and what led him to start this company.
By: Christina Luconi | June 21, 2018
It would be fantastic if a company's growing team could share the same passion and collegiality as the founding team. When we grow and we aren’t able to communicate face to face on a daily basis, things can get lost in translation. Christina Luconi writes about how everyone can come together and maintain that same level of communication and collaboration as a company reaches hypergrowth stage.
By: Colin W. Barry | June 19, 2018
Check out our slideshow showcasing just a few of the notable MBA graduates who have come from Babson College!
The VentureFizz Podcast
By: Keith Cline | June 18, 2018
On this episode of The VentureFizz Podcast, Keith Cline interviews David Friend, Co-Founder and CEO of Wasabi.
By: Colin W. Barry | June 18, 2018
Check out our slideshow showcasing just a few of the notable undergraduates who have come from Babson College!
By: Christina Luconi | June 14, 2018
Largely acknowledged as a controversial topic, there is no denying that the more diversity your team has, the greater the opportunity to find game-changing innovations and results. Isn’t that what every business is after? Christina Luconi writes about what a company can do to help lead their workplace to be more inclusive.
By: Colin W. Barry | June 13, 2018
Olin College of Engineering is one of Boston's many impressive engineering schools, with just as impressive curriculum and campus life, but it often goes overlooked. We spoke with the college's Corporate Relations Coordinator Suzanne Alcott and Assistant Professor of Design & Entrepreneurship Lawrence Neeley about the school's history and what the college offers for its students.
The VentureFizz Podcast
By: Keith Cline | June 11, 2018
On this episode of The VentureFizz Podcast, Keith Cline interviews George Colony, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Forrester Research.
By: Colin W. Barry | June 11, 2018
Compete was a leading web analytics company in the Boston tech scene, and one of the first companies in this field. The company has left a lasting impression on the Boston tech scene, as many of its alumni have gone on to start new companies or are in leadership positions at others.
By: Colin W. Barry | June 11, 2018
Here's (another) list of recommended books to read this summer from Founders, CEO's, and operating executives from the Boston tech community.
By: Christina Luconi | June 7, 2018
In many cases, our paychecks are just the icing on the cake if we have found work and a team that we are passionate about. Sometimes, it's better to measure your worth based on other factors in the workplace and Christina Luconi writes how someone can know their self-worth at their job.
The VentureFizz Podcast
By: Keith Cline | June 4, 2018
On this episode of The VentureFizz Podcast, Keith Cline interviews Jeet Singh, Co-Founder and CEO of Redstar Ventures.
By: Christina Luconi | May 31, 2018
Your first job is always great for experience, but it doesn't have to be one forever. Christina Luconi writes about how you can turn your current gig into a fulfilling career.
By: Alexander Culafi | May 30, 2018
Rave Mobile Safety is a company that provides its emergency communication platform to businesses, educational institutions, state & local governments, and healthcare organizations. We sat down with CEO Todd Piett to learn more about the company, including its decade-plus history and how it fits in to the ever-growing conversation surrounding safety.
The VentureFizz Podcast
By: Keith Cline | May 29, 2018
On this episode of The VentureFizz Podcast, Keith Cline interviews TJ Mahony, Partner at Accomplice.
By: Christina Luconi | May 24, 2018
Anyone can become a leader...how, you might ask? Christina Luconi writes about how courage plays a significant factor.
The VentureFizz Podcast
By: Keith Cline | May 21, 2018
On this episode of The VentureFizz Podcast, Keith Cline interviews Jay Habegger, who is the Co-Founder and CEO of ownerIQ.
Culture, Guides, & More
By: Colin W. Barry | May 21, 2018
Coworking is becoming bigger and bigger in Boston. We've compiled a slideshow featuring over 20 coworking spaces in the Boston tech scene that have their unique features.
By: Christina Luconi | May 17, 2018
Christina Luconi details what she thinks "empowerment" means and what's important is what someone chooses to do with it.
Career Path
By: Keith Cline | May 15, 2018
What does the career path and day in the life look like for a sales manager at SmartBear? We interviewed Thomas Salah to find out!
The VentureFizz Podcast
By: Keith Cline | May 14, 2018
On this episode of The VentureFizz Podcast, Keith Cline interviews Sue Graham Johnston, the President of 128 Technology in Burlington.
By: Colin W. Barry | May 14, 2018
Allaire was a leading web development and software company that was acquired by Macromedia in 2001. The company has left a lasting impression on the Boston tech scene, as many of its alumni are in leadership positions.
By: Christina Luconi | May 10, 2018
Toxic behavior can bring down any relationship, but when it's in the workplace, it can be much, much worse. Christina Luconi writes, and describes, five dead giveaways how negative behavior can affect an employee base and how you can fix it.
The VentureFizz Podcast
By: Keith Cline | May 7, 2018
On this episode of The VentureFizz Podcast, Keith Cline interviews Ellie Mirman, CMO of Crayon.
Engineering Spotlight
By: Alexander Culafi | May 7, 2018
Since its founding in 2012, DraftKings has become a household name as the leader in daily fantasy sports. We sat down with CTO Travis Dunn to learn more about their engineering team, as well as the unique challenges that come with working at a huge sports-tech company like DraftKings.
The VentureFizz Podcast
By: Keith Cline | April 30, 2018
On this episode of The VentureFizz Podcast, Keith Cline interviews Andy Palmer, CEO & Co-Founder of Tamr.
By: Alexander Culafi | April 30, 2018
Recorded Future is a cybersecurity company that’s using the power of cyber analytics and data visualization to detect potential threats and stay ahead of them before they have the chance to become real ones. We talked to Co-Founder and CEO Christopher Ahlberg to learn more about where the company came from, as well as why they made the move from government intelligence to cybersecurity.