The Power of Purposeful Testing

Making a meaningful impact, one test at a time. As software testers, we are not just cogs in a machine, executing tests, writing reports, and meeting deadlines. We are professionals who can make a difference in the world. We can find purpose in our testing and use it as a guiding light through the challenges we face. 

Kristel Kruustük, the founder of Testlio, is living proof that finding a bigger sense of meaning and purpose can transform not only our work but also our lives. Her journey from an accidental tester to a purpose-driven entrepreneur shows that we can all find purpose in our work.

Purposeful testing is about defining our why and aligning our work with our values. It’s about using stories to give our testing work context and remind us of the human behind the software. By reflecting on the most meaningful parts of our jobs, we can identify our core values and find purpose in our work. 

Self-reflection is key to purposeful testing.

We must ask ourselves why we chose this career and what is the most meaningful part of our job. By reflecting on the most meaningful parts of our jobs, we can identify our core values and find purpose in our work. 

The three pillars of purposeful testing are stories, values, and kindness. Stories give our testing work context and remind us of the human behind the software. Values guide our testing actions, decisions, and relationships. Kindness is a gift that anyone can give and can improve the quality of the product and work culture. 

People with a high sense of purpose are 64% more likely to love their jobs. Purposeful testing is not just a nice-to-have but a must-have in today’s world. It is essential for our job satisfaction and overall happiness.

By finding purpose in our testing, we can redefine how we work and inspire others to take action. We can make the world a better place, one test at a time. It’s time to start asking ourselves why we do what we do and how we can make a difference through purposeful testing.

Let’s find our purpose and make a meaningful impact in the world.

Watch Kristel’s talk about Purposeful testing here: