Jonathan Stark joins as a guest to discuss the risks of hourly billing and the parallels between risk in a rewrite and in hourly billing. He explains how hourly billing puts all the risk on the client and leads to stressful relationships and arguments about hours and costs.
Jonathan emphasizes the importance of trust and how it can be built through delivering on promises and becoming an authority in your field. He also provides strategies for pushing back against rewrites and making informed decisions based on cost and quality.
In this conversation, Jonathan and Jeffrey discuss the importance of taking risks and understanding the business side of software development. They emphasize the need for developers to consider the financial risks their clients are taking on and the value they provide. They also highlight the benefits of speaking in terms of dollars and business outcomes rather than technical details.
Watch on YouTube or listen to it at NeverRewrite, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Amazon Music, and let us know if you have ever been involved in a rewrite. We would love to have you on the show to discuss your experience!
