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Harj Taggar

09/26/18

@ Y Combinator

If you're a non-technical founder, having a technical co-founder can significantly improve your ability to assess technical candidates.

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Building an Engineering Team by Ammon Bartram and Harj Taggar

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Building an Engineering Team by Ammon Bartram and Harj Taggar

09/26/18

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Recruiting a technical co-founder is the most effective way to create value when starting a tech startup, even if you have some technical skills yourself.

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A technical co-founder is just as capable of handling non-technical tasks as a non-technical co-founder, as these tasks require general intelligence.

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Yes, every startup doesn't necessarily need a non-technical co-founder, but it can be beneficial depending on the context.

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Being technical is still strategic; having a technical co-founder is incredibly important in today's landscape.

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When evaluating co-founders, it's essential to have a diverse range of strengths, including at least one technical founder and someone dedicated to the business side, like fundraising.

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It's common for aspiring founders to dismiss the need for a technical co-founder, thinking they can manage without one, but this is a misguided approach.

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Having a strong technical co-founder can make your startup unstoppable, especially if they are as committed and skilled as a top engineer.

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If you're building a software company, not having a technical co-founder means you're not even in the game.

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Harj Taggar

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When assessing technical skills, focus on evaluating past work and portfolios, especially if you're a non-technical founder.