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10 Habits of Great Software Engineers (And How to Spot Them)
In the high-stakes world of startups, your dev team can make or break your company. One exceptional software engineer can outperform five average ones, but how do you identify that unicorn during the hiring process? After spending countless hours interviewing engineers and watching teams succeed (or implode), I’ve identified the key habits of great software…
Talent Retention Challenges: Why Your Best People Are Leaving
In the world of startups, your team is not just an asset, it is your competitive edge. Yet founders often learn this the hard way when their best people start walking out the door. The Talent Exodus Problem No One Wants to Talk About A high employee turnover rate isn’t just a headache, it’s expensive.…
Machine Learning Engineer Skills: Guide to Hiring Top ML Talent
Bringing on the right machine learning engineer can make or break your AI initiatives. But with the field evolving at breakneck speed and talent competition fiercer than ever, how do you identify truly exceptional ML engineers? Let’s dive into the essential skills and traits that separate the good from the great. Why Top ML Talent…
AI Engineer Skills: Guide To What Actually Matters
Look, I get it. You’re drowning in resumes from AI engineers who all look perfect on paper. They’ve got the degrees, the certifications, and endless lists of AI frameworks they’ve supposedly mastered. But after hiring dozens of AI engineers for various startups, I’ve learned what really matters. Core Skills Required for AI Engineers Let’s get…
AI Engineer vs Machine Learning Engineer: What’s the Real Difference? (And Who Should You Hire?)
Hey founders! If you’re building a tech startup, you’ve probably realized that AI talent is crucial for your success. But here’s the tricky part: should you hire an AI engineer or a machine learning engineer? While these roles might sound similar, making the wrong choice could cost you precious time and runway. The TL;DR for…
DEI in the Workplace: What It Really Means for Your Startup
As a startup founder or team leader, you’ve probably heard the term “DEI” thrown around in countless meetings and LinkedIn posts. But what is DEI in the workplace, really? Let’s break down what it actually means to build a workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion aren’t just buzzwords but living, breathing practices. Understanding DEI: Beyond…
How to Find Your Next Great New Hire
As a startup founder, your next hire could make or break your company. While that might sound dramatic, anyone who’s been through rapid scaling knows it’s true. The difference between a good hire and a great hire isn’t just about skills, it’s about finding someone who can turn your vision into reality while bringing fresh…
Hiring Regrets That Keep Startup Founders Up at Night
Ever made a hire that seemed perfect, until it wasn’t? If you’re a startup founder or a hiring manager, chances are you’ve got at least one hiring horror story. Maybe it was someone who looked amazing on paper but flopped in the role, or worse, vanished before day one. You’re not alone. Balancing rapid growth…
How to Find Your Talent Acquisition Partner: A Step-by-Step Guide
Finding a talent acquisition partner for your startup isn’t just about Googling “best hiring partners” and picking the first option. As someone who’s seen countless startups succeed (and fail) at this, I’m going to break down the exact process you need to follow. Let’s dive into the nitty-gritty of finding a partner who’ll crush it…