Illustrators possess skills similar to tech founders and are already doing much of the same work, understanding what people want and how to deliver it effectively.

Illustrators are increasingly becoming entrepreneurs, earning substantial income through conventions and crowdfunding platforms, demonstrating their ability to create recurring revenue streams similar to tech companies.

Artists possess the same entrepreneurial skills expected of successful tech founders, especially illustrators who leverage social media to build their brands and generate significant revenue.

When you introduce one illustrator to your team, you quickly gain access to a larger community of talent, which can create momentum for your project.

Content marketing and social media are effective strategies for startups to attract design talent, especially if the team is already discussing design concepts.

Startups are fantastic vehicles for achieving a lot in a short time and can provide significant resources for scientific research, combining creative and technical ideas effectively.

Using storyboards and iterative playtesting can save time and improve product development by allowing for early feedback and adjustments.

Designers have something really valuable to bring to the table when starting companies, as they can build products that people truly want.

The 'lean startup' approach helps startups validate ideas quickly.