Show Notes: Episode 164 - I Need Coffee (may 2, 2025)

1. Cultural Immersion and Travel Experiences:
   - Steve’s vivid descriptions of El Salvador’s culture (greetings, food, local challenges) highlight the importance of understanding and adapting to local customs when traveling or operating abroad.

2. Personal Resilience and Preparedness:
   - Stories like the phone loss and having a backup phone underscore Steve’s emphasis on preparedness and adaptability in handling unexpected challenges.

3. Technical Challenges in Software Development:
   - Issues with APIs, pipeline dependencies, artifact management, and code typos reflect the complexities of modern software development, particularly in Business Central and ISV integrations, as discussed by Steve.

4. Second-Order Thinking:
   - Steve’s rant on second-order thinking emphasizes the need for deeper, strategic consideration of decisions’ long-term impacts, applicable to both technical and business contexts.

5. Community Engagement and Networking:
   - Steve’s references to upcoming conferences and community events highlight the importance of professional networking and knowledge-sharing in the tech industry.

6. Operational Challenges in El Salvador:
   - Renovation issues, trash management, and noise from rain illustrate the practical challenges Steve faces in setting up and running an office in a developing country, requiring creative problem-solving.

7. Team Development and Skill-Building:
   - Steve’s focus on team members’ training (PowerBI, BC scripting, expense management) underscores the importance of continuous learning and skill development in a competitive tech environment.

8. Customer Resistance to Technology Adoption:
   - Steve’s discussion of the struggle with ISV adoption reflects broader challenges in convincing clients to invest in specialized solutions, highlighting the need for effective communication and simplified offerings.

9. Technology Tools and Efficiency:
   - Steve’s endorsements of tools like Perplexity Pro and Code Spell Checker emphasize the role of technology in improving productivity and reducing errors in professional workflows.

10. Grief and Community Loss:
    - Steve’s mention of Tim’s passing highlights the emotional impact of losing a community member and the importance of acknowledging such losses within professional and expat communities.