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Startup CTO•Jan 31, 2026•7 min read
The Non-Technical Founder's Guide to Working with Developers
How to communicate with developers, evaluate their work, and avoid expensive mistakes. A practical guide for founders who don't code.
Startup CTO•Jan 12, 2026•6 min read
Do You Need a Fractional CTO? Signs Your Startup Is Ready
Not every startup needs a full-time CTO. Here's when a fractional CTO makes sense, what they actually do, and how to find the right one.
Startup CTO•Nov 8, 2025•4 min read
Your developer doesn't suck. You're just hiring wrong.
Most founder-developer problems aren't about bad developers. They're about hiring the wrong type of developer for what you actually need. Here's the difference between a Code Typist, Technical Partner, and Turnkey CTO.
Technical Leadership•Jan 17, 2025•8 min read
The Real Cost of a Full-Time CTO in 2025
Beyond the $439k salary: uncovering the true investment required for senior technical leadership and why fractional CTOs are gaining traction in B2B SaaS
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