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Episode 590 | Buying vs Building, Zombie Companies, and More Listener Questions with Craig Hewitt

Startups For the Rest of Us

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Navigating the Technical Landscape of SaaS Startups

This chapter explores the challenges faced by non-technical founders in building a software company, emphasizing the critical role of a technical co-founder and the risks of hiring developers. It discusses strategies for validating ideas, managing finances, and finding the right talent as startups evolve. The chapter also highlights the complex dynamics of investor expectations and the importance of customer validation in the competitive SaaS market.

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