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Harj Taggar

09/26/18

@ Y Combinator

Make a list of every good engineer you know, regardless of their current availability, and reach out to them to discuss potential opportunities.

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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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Y Combinator Cast

12/01/23

@ Y Combinator

Visualize the best engineer you've worked with and consider reaching out to them as a potential co-founder, rather than assuming they wouldn't be interested.

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Harj Taggar

09/26/18

@ Y Combinator

When using hiring marketplaces, be proactive in reaching out to candidates, as demand for good engineering talent exceeds supply.

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Ammon Bartram

09/26/18

@ Y Combinator

To screen and evaluate engineers effectively, leverage your experience and insights gained from interviewing candidates.

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Sarah Nahm

07/10/19

@ Y Combinator

In our engineering organization, 81% of our team was proactively sourced, demonstrating that you can connect with great candidates anywhere.

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Harj Taggar

09/26/18

@ Y Combinator

Personal networks are the best place to hire engineers, especially for early-stage startups, as you can assess both skills and compatibility more effectively.

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Jean Lee

01/03/24

@ EO

Every engineer wants some kind of influence, whether it's to get a promotion or to change jobs, and influence is about likability and credibility.

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Ammon Bartram

05/18/17

@ Y Combinator

When hiring, it's important to identify the conscious decisions about the type of engineer you want, as different companies have varying needs based on their culture and goals.

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Ammon Bartram

05/18/17

@ Y Combinator

Companies often look for different qualities in engineers, which can lead to confusion. It's crucial to clarify the specific skills and traits desired for the role being filled.

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Matthew Prince

10/15/14

@ Y Combinator

I call everyone an engineer, regardless of their role, whether it's customer support, finance, or sales.