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The generalist is the CTO, if they're bothering to hire somebody, they're looking for something in particular you're strong at that they need even if you'll be
by heretohelp 15y ago
The generalist is the CTO, if they're bothering to hire somebody, they're looking for something in particular you're strong at that they need even if you'll be wearing multiple hats.
- karterk 15y agoThings change very fast in startups. As your problem space emerges, you will be changing technology also to fit that picture. Strict specialists are rarely good in that kind of environment.
- phillmv 15y agoIf you're doing a standard web app stuff that doesn't push any boundaries of science, you probably won't need a specialist until after you've hired four or five engineers anyways.
- heretohelp 15y agoI didn't say strict specialists, I said someone who had something they were strong at but still able to adapt. I'm a CTO hiring this sort of person right now.