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The Value of Having a Technical Co-Founder
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Having a technical co-founder is a great way for non-technical founders to solve technical problems quickly. Teaming up with someone who has an alignment of interests can help tackle problems and find solutions.
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The best way to solve the problem of lacking technical expertise as a founder is by hiring a technical co-founder.
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The best way to solve the problem of lacking technical expertise as a founder is by hiring a technical co-founder. Dual founder companies are becoming increasingly common for this reason, enabling a deep understanding of company culture and technical intuition to flourish.
ChapterThe Value of Having a Technical Co-Founder
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PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Having complementary founder teams can provide value, particularly when one person is focused on the technical side while the other handles the non-technical side of the business, and when both align in their interests and goals.
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Having complementary founder teams can provide value, particularly when one person is focused on the technical side while the other handles the non-technical side of the business, and when both align in their interests and goals. Trusting a VP who has a significant stake in the company may not be as effective as having a co-founder who shares your ownership and vision.