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In software development, like most anything else, you really get what you pay for. Being a non-technical co-founder, I did learn this the hard way a few times.

by jeffepp 16y ago

In software development, like most anything else, you really get what you pay for. Being a non-technical co-founder, I did learn this the hard way a few times. I totally agree that having a competent, hardworking and passionate programmer is probably the most important part of a startup.

mikemainguy 16y ago
"In looking for people to hire, you look for three qualities: integrity, intelligence, and energy. And if they don't have the first, the other two will kill you." — Warren Buffet CEO, Berkshire Hathaway My Buffet said it best IMHO... I've worked with some competent, hardworking, and passionate with no integrity who have really caused a lot of problems.