SoCal CTO
FEBRUARY 2, 2010
I love blog conversations. Based on my posts Startup CTO or Developer and Acting CTO , Chris O’Meara wrote an interesting post Startup CTO: Could It Work? They tend to have the programming background to lead competent people by example and dig in and prove it where necessary. They were hired to build stuff.
Both Sides of the Table
APRIL 20, 2010
Because more technology people probably read startup blogs I’m guessing this post will come under more scrutiny. The terms “CTO&# and “VP Engineering&# have such stigmas associated with what they are that I’m sure some people will feel uncomfortable with the definitions I’ve put forward. Experience.
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SoCal CTO
MARCH 22, 2007
skip to main | skip to sidebar SoCal CTO Thursday, March 22, 2007 Discussion Creation Among Bloggers - LinkedIn, Blogging and Discussion Groups Ive been participating in a Yahoo Group that are users of LinkedIn and who are Bloggers: [link] Its an interesting group of folks from diverse backgrounds. See Five Things Meme as an example.
Both Sides of the Table
JUNE 21, 2014
The truth is you really don’t know how your teammates or your bosses will perform in good times and bad. You hire people who look good on paper. So one of the surest signs you’ve hired a leader is the willingness of his or her former team to re-assemble. David is also frequently an inspiration for a story on my blog.
SoCal CTO
FEBRUARY 13, 2013
Purpose of an MVP and Defining the Right MVP I've really not talked as much about this in my blog even though its hugely important. Examples might be a recommendation engine, search engine, matching engine or something with a complex interface. Structure development contracts appropriately or directing the in-house team appropriately.
Startup Professionals Musings
SEPTEMBER 30, 2013
That means skip the jargon and include explanations and examples. A CEO who has “been there and done that” is traction, especially if teamed with a financial lead (CFO) and a product lead (CTO). Of course, a real contract or purchase order from a big customer is even better. Set realistic milestones and achieve some.
Both Sides of the Table
JULY 22, 2010
Gee, if they treat me like this in good times I wonder how they’d treat me in bad times!&#. But this example above is all entrepreneur math, not the VC’s. You’ll need to hire and retain talen to grow your company. Now that I do they’re willing to accommodate? That’s normal.
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