Ever feel like you’re not getting the respect that you deserve in your job? This episode dives deep into the “Respect Dilemma” in tech, especially focusing on software testing versus programming. We look at why some roles seem to earn more respect, what that means for workplace culture, and how you can change things for yourself and your team. Respect isn’t just about manners or titles - it’s about how the system works and how we show up in our roles.

If you’ve worked in agile projects, you might have heard, "Everyone is a developer." But some roles seem to get more recognition than others. Is this because of how we define our jobs, or is it just baked into the way our workplaces run? This episode is a call to action, urging everyone to look at respect both at a personal, process and craft level.

We’re breaking down the difference between self-respect, respect for others, and respect built into your team’s process. You'll see why just doing your job isn’t enough. You have to own your craft, communicate what you do, and make your contributions visible to earn genuine respect. By the end of this episode, you'll have practical steps to make respect part of your daily work, whether you’re writing code, testing, building products, or managing.

00:00 Respect Dilemma

02:41 Human Level Respect

06:31 Self-Respect First

10:17 Respect Cycle

15:37 Knowledge Sharing

18:53 Respectful Organizations

21:26 Final Thoughts

Alan Richardson simplifies the over complicated world of test strategy. Drawing on years of experience creating test strategies and plans, Alan explains the real difference between strategy, approach, and plan. Explaining that what really matters isn’t following templates or writing elaborate documents, but actually thinking through problems, understanding risks, and communicating those ideas clearly.

Are you trying to figure out how to break into the software testing job market or make your next big move? This episode of the EvilTester Show dives deep into the realities of tech recruitment, job search strategies, and career planning for testers - with recruitment veteran Jack Cole from WEDOTech.uk - Whether you're an experienced Test manager, expert Tester, or just starting out, Jack’s decades of industry experience will give you strategies and tips about what works in today’s competitive job seeking world.

In this packed hour-long conversation, we cover everything from market trends, LinkedIn networking, and the recruitment pipeline, to building a career roadmap and even the AI hype machine. Grab your notebook, settle in, and get ready for real insights you can use – plus a few stories from the trenches and actionable tips for every step of your job hunt.

We keep things down-to-earth and practical – no stuffy jargon, just the honest, practical advice that will help you stand out, get noticed, and map your next steps with confidence.