Does life seem to be a struggle for you? Do you feel overwhelmed and frustrated much of the time? Do you wish you could experience something better? Fortunately, you can enjoy the exciting life you deserve.
Success is available to you despite challenging circumstances.
Today, I want to dive into a question that has likely crossed everyone's mind at some point: What is one thing stopping you from reaching your goals? It's a thought-provoking question that can lead us to some valuable insights about our personal journeys and aspirations.
Hello everyone! Ris here. As we embark on a fresh year, I've decided to share some personal goals I'm setting for myself. This isn't just a New Year's resolution; it's more of a roadmap for personal growth and fulfillment. My mission revolves around three core objectives: writing more frequently, enhancing my overall health, and being a better father and partner.
Open-source software is everywhere. Most of the software you use daily is open-source or built on top of open-source components. Contributing to open-source software is a great way to learn new skills and gain experience. It can also be an opportunity to help others, as many people worldwide often use open-source projects. It might seem intimidating initially, but it doesn't need to be.
Maybe you're nervous about meeting with your boss or maybe you rarely see them face to face. Either way, having more frequent and effective communication would be beneficial for your career. Regular and productive meetings enable you to make a positive impression and gather the information you need to do your job.
Learn how to use meetings with your boss to enhance your working relationship and your performance. Take a look at how to encourage more one-on-one time, and spend it wisely.
Job hunting is challenging these days. Employers get flooded with applications for every opening and may spend as little as ten seconds screening each resume.
Here are some suggestions to help your resume stand out from the crowd and ensure that you get called in for an interview.
Good communication allows many life situations to run smoothly. However, there are certain relationships that deserve extra attention, such as the relationship you have with your boss. You and your boss have drastically different roles, and when each of you fulfills these roles with a hard working and understanding attitude, you'll both feel fulfilled.
Job interviews provide an important opportunity to discover if you and your new employer will be a good match before you leap into a new position.
Not only are they interviewing you, but also you're interviewing them! Will you be happy in their employ? Think about what information matters to you and find tactful ways to ask your interviewer what you need to know.
Staring at your monitor at 9 AM (or earlier), already counting down to 5 PM? (or later) Feeling like you're just another cog in someone else's machine?
Here's the thing: work doesn't have to be something you endure. You've got a few good options — and the best one might be closer than you think.
You want to build that SaaS idea, launch a tech consultancy, or transition into machine learning. Meanwhile, you're debugging legacy code and sitting through status meetings. The gap between where you are and where you want to be feels overwhelming.
But here's the thing: most successful career pivots and side projects happen gradually, not through dramatic "burn the ships" moments. The developers I know who've built successful businesses, switched domains, or created passive income streams did it systematically while maintaining their day jobs.
You don't need to quit your job to start building the career you actually want.
Getting a job offer feels good, even when it's not the perfect role. After weeks of interviews and rejections, there's validation in being chosen. But saying yes to the wrong opportunity can set your career back more than staying in your current role or continuing your search.
The decision isn't just about whether the job is "good enough" — it's about whether it moves you toward your career goals or away from them. Some offers are stepping stones; others are dead ends. The key is knowing the difference.
Most job search advice assumes you're unemployed with unlimited time to apply and interview. But if you're currently employed in tech, your job search happens in the margins — evenings, lunch breaks, and weekends. The challenge is making meaningful progress when you only have fragmented time.
Weekend job searching isn't about grinding through more applications. It's about strategic activities that compound over time: building your professional network, developing marketable skills, and maintaining the mental clarity needed for a successful transition.
Most job postings in tech read like shopping lists written by someone who's never actually done the job. "5+ years React, 3+ years Node.js, experience with microservices, knowledge of Kubernetes, familiarity with machine learning, startup experience preferred." It's the technical equivalent of asking for a unicorn.
The reality is that job requirements are negotiable, especially in software development. Companies often get zero applicants who meet every single criterion, and the candidates who do check every box might not be the best fit for the actual work that needs to be done.
Understanding when and how to apply for roles where you're "underqualified" is a critical career skill. The key is strategic positioning rather than hoping they'll overlook your gaps.
Leaving a job well is just as important as performing well while you're there. In tech, your professional reputation travels fast — the industry is smaller than it seems, and people move between companies frequently. The developer who burns bridges today might find themselves interviewing with a former colleague tomorrow.
A graceful exit protects your professional relationships, preserves future opportunities, and demonstrates the same professionalism you bring to your code. It's also an opportunity to solidify your reputation as someone who handles transitions professionally.
The goal isn't just to avoid making enemies. It's to leave in a way that makes people want to work with you again.
Your resume is a strategic document, not a career biography. In tech, where hiring managers scan hundreds of resumes for each position, yours needs to communicate value quickly and clearly. The best technical resumes don't just list what you've done — they demonstrate the impact you've made and the problems you've solved.
Think of your resume as an API specification for your professional capabilities. Every line should serve a purpose, every section should be optimized for the reader's needs, and the overall structure should make it easy for hiring managers to find exactly what they're looking for.
Starting a new job is like deploying to a new environment — you need to understand the architecture, learn the existing systems, and integrate smoothly without breaking anything. Your first 90 days set the trajectory for your entire tenure, so approach them strategically.
Success in a new role isn't just about proving your technical skills. It's about understanding the system you're joining: the people, processes, culture, and unwritten rules that determine how work actually gets done. Master these elements, and you'll not only survive your probationary period — you'll position yourself for rapid advancement.