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b'The Software Process and Measurement Cast 768 features our interview with Phil Alves, CEO of DevSquad. Phil and I covered a wide range of topics starting with how he structures teams to perform in dynamic environments and culminating in a discussion of SaaS and entrepreneurship. Software development of any stripe is a team sport; either get it right or suffer the consequences.\\xa0 Phil describes himself as a SaaS Aficionado!\\xa0 He builds products for bootstrapped founders, fast-growing startups, and big enterprises at DevSquad. His SaaS company, DevStats, helps product and engineering leaders measure what matters. Phil also is a podcaster!\\xa0 The SaaS Origin Stories Podcast uncovers those pivotal moments and decisions that turned SaaS companies into major successes. Contact Information DevSquad: DevStats: Podcast: \\xa0 Re-Read Saturday News In Chapter 5 of we find that an analytical approach reduces people\\u2019s ability to be emotionally connected to an idea or concept. Without an emotional connection, they are far less apt to act. Calls to action that are emotionally engaging will generate action.\\xa0 Buy a copy of the book and then catch up on the logistics of this re-read: Week 1: - \\xa0 Week 2: - \\xa0 Week 3: - \\xa0 Week 4: - \\xa0 Week 5: - \\xa0 Week 6: - \\xa0 Week 7: - \\xa0 Next SPaMCAST\\xa0 In the Software Process and Measurement Cast 769, we return to our summer theme of Critical Thinking. My daughter (Meghan also is the editor for the blog and podcast and sounding board on a wide range of topics) pointed out a model for levels of research. The model provides an interesting filter to help understand the types of research we use and the \\u201cpower\\u201d each delivers.\\xa0 We will also have a visit from Keis Kostaqi. Keis brings her wit, empathy, and wisdom as a Scrum Master in complex environments to help you improve.'