The team at Bolt operates with high levels of trust and agency, allowing engineers to address issues and implement changes quickly without bureaucratic delays.

To be successful with Bolt, treat it like a developer coworker and be specific about what you want, while also allowing it to be creative.

The success of Bolt is attributed to the core team of five to seven people who have been with the company for over five years, allowing for a strong foundation and trust within the team.

The technology behind Bolt allows users to build full-stack applications quickly and easily, making it accessible for non-developers to create functional software without extensive coding knowledge.

When hiring, we look for ambitious individuals who are excited about our vision, even if they aren't lifelong users of our product. This allows us to bring in fresh perspectives that can help us improve and grow.

The rapid growth of Bolt has led to a surge in user requests and feature demands, prompting the team to prioritize based on instinct and potential impact rather than just user feedback.

Hiring should prioritize passion for the mission and the ability to connect with the company's goals over traditional qualifications.

We've had success attracting talented individuals who are motivated by our mission to democratize access to capital, which drives innovation.

When hiring, we look for people who have a growth mindset, are humble, and are doers who can fix problems. It's essential to have a team that can get things done and is productive.