Founder Mistakes

Stuff I've noticed over the years.

Jan 3, 2026·Startups
  • Fire fast.
  • Done is better than hard work.
  • Hire for open roles, not just cracked people.
  • Always do live coding interviews, and make sure it imitates the actual work environment.
  • Now is not the time for someone to learn a new area of expertise.
  • A huge part of the job is hiring.
  • Most people can’t work remote as well as in person.