“HR Heretics” | How CPOs, CHROs, Founders, and Boards Build High Performing Companies Building Radically Better Businesses with DHH of 37signals and Basecamp
Feb 29, 2024
In this podcast, DHH discusses 37signals radical policies like 'no politics at work', the 'no managers rule', and the impact of Ruby on Rails. They delve into overworking as a dated mindset, efficiency in a 40-hour work week, and the love of programming. They also touch on cancel culture, remote work, and the evolution of company building approaches.
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Ruby on Rails Origin
- DHH's love for Ruby started while building Basecamp, realizing its elegance and joy.
- This led him to create Ruby on Rails, impacting programmers and prominent tech companies.
Code Should Sing
- DHH considers himself a software writer, prioritizing elegant, poetic code over pure engineering.
- He believes code should 'sing' and aims to make programming accessible to those without traditional CS backgrounds.
Shared Experiences
- DHH and Jason Fried's shared negative experiences with VC-backed companies shaped their management philosophy.
- They question traditional management structures, advocating for minimal management and self-sufficient teams.