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Democratizing Access to Tech Guidance With Substack

I’ve been working with startups for more than 20 years. During this time, I identified many recurring pain points:[…]

My 5 Strategies for Remote Tech Team Success

Having remote tech team still seems to freak out CEOs and founders. We are so used to 9 to[…]

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Think Obfuscated Code Will Save Your Job? Think Again!

A few years ago, I was talking about D.R.Y. and K.I.S.S. Not the band. The methodology. After the talk, I was taken aback[…]

Beyond the Paycheck: The Real Reasons Tech Talents Stay

Tech professionals are driven by more than just financial rewards. They seek purpose, trust, and autonomy. When these needs[…]

The Mad Skills That Set Startups Apart

We all know hard and soft skills. The combination of core, technical competencies, and interpersonal abilities and emotional intelligence.[…]

When (and How) to Hire Your First Tech Employee

Knowing when to hire your first technical team member is not an easy task. Let’s see the Whens and[…]

Boss vs Manager vs Leader: Which One Are You?

In the business world, the terms “boss,” “manager,” and “leader” are often used interchangeably. But these roles will impact[…]