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How to start growing talent in-house

How to start growing talent in-house

Startups thrive on rapid growth, but when it comes to scaling talent, they often hit a wall. Enterprise-style feedback systems sound great—until they become a productivity sink. So how can you build structured talent development without overcomplicating things?

When to hire senior developers vs. juniors - the perfect team composition

When to hire senior developers vs. juniors - the perfect team composition

Senior developers bring expertise, long-term vision, and stability to complex SaaS projects, while juniors—when guided effectively—offer cost-efficiency and faster execution for well-defined tasks.

Startups don't need corporate culture

Startups don't need corporate culture

Startups often mimic corporates to impress clients or adapt to new hires, but this can stifle the agility they need to succeed. In this post, we explore how corporate habits can slow progress and why startups should prioritise speed and adaptability over rigid processes.

Are startups with a CTO as co-founder more successful?

Are startups with a CTO as co-founder more successful?

Should your CTO also be a co-founder? Discover how this spicy debate shapes startups' early passion and later growth, revealing the pivotal balance between emotional attachment and strategic execution. Get insights to make the right call for your company's stage and future.

Building the dream team for an AI startup

Building the dream team for an AI startup

Building an AI startup demands specialised roles like data scientists, engineers, and analysts to drive innovation. Discover what roles you need to hire first for a strong foundation to success.

Beyond junior and senior labels: Push and Pull developers

Beyond junior and senior labels: Push and Pull developers

Labels like "junior" and "senior" often fail to capture a developer's true value. True impact comes from initiative, ownership, and proactive contribution—not just years of experience. We value "pull developers" who actively seek improvement, ensuring the product's success beyond assigned tasks.

Social cohesion in remote companies: how to build solid connections and a collaborative culture from afar?

Social cohesion in remote companies: how to build solid connections and a collaborative culture from afar?

Today's digital age may seem hyper-connected, but remote work often lacks genuine human connection. We’ve created a culture of cohesion using dedicated bonding, safe spaces, and custom tools to ensure no one feels isolated.

Things we do in our first weeks as Fractional CTO

Things we do in our first weeks as Fractional CTO

A fractional CTO can transform a company by addressing urgent technical issues while developing a long-term strategy. Beyond firefighting, a fractional CTO focuses on building a sustainable, self-sufficient team that can thrive independently after their involvement ends. This is how to get started.

Framework junkies

Framework junkies

Developers are increasingly focusing on frameworks like Laravel or React, but deep knowledge of the underlying programming language is crucial. Mastering the basics enables better problem-solving, performance optimization, and flexibility across different frameworks or languages.

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