The best way to hedge your bets is to fold or go all in. If the success of the company depends on your efforts, then going part way lowers the odds of success.

The best way to hedge your bets is to fold or go all in. If the success of the company depends on your efforts, then going part way lowers the odds of success. In regard to funding, if the non-tech founders can't bring in money, what are they supposed to be doing? If you want to be paid, then not being paid is going to wreck your relationship. If you expect to be paid, don't work for free. Good luck.