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Testing: paths of resistance

December 14, 2018

If something is worth doing, it is worth doing well and if testing is worth doing, then doing it well does not mean following the path of least resistance in order to facilitate rapid delivery. … More Testing: paths of resistance

Testing: paths of resistance

On success, confidence and overcoming doubts

April 10, 2018

On self-confidence, self-promotion and self-esteem. How the demands we place on ourselves can affect us. … More On success, confidence and overcoming doubts

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Don’t mention the P******

August 9, 2017

I’m still very happy using the ‘P’ words… some aren’t so happy. … More Don’t mention the P******

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