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We've got the same problem. Won a Startup Weekend and have a big team (6). We've debated a number of options here but everyone seems very committed so far, so r

We've got the same problem. Won a Startup Weekend and have a big team (6). We've debated a number of options here but everyone seems very committed so far, so right now we're working away on it and giving it a few months of breathing room to see if people naturally fall off or lose interest. I'd suspect after a little time you'll start to see who's really dedicated to the project and who isn't. Otherwise, it'll be time for an awkward team conversation about how to proceed. I would argue that some people whose roles might seem more relevant post-launch may actually be really helpful during the development stage too. If you're looking to customer validate throughout the development process then a talented non-technical person could be super helpful in pounding the pavement, getting feedback, setting up meetings and building relationships for you. So I think it's more about having a small team of the RIGHT people rather than a small team based solely on their presumed job titles.

alexleclair 13y ago
Well thought through. Right now, everyone's talking one on one with each other, asking the same questions: Do you want to stay? What's in it for me? Will it be fun? Am I willing to relocate? (Some are from Sherbrooke, a 2h drive from Montreal). We'll see what comes out of it. Thanks!
- sieva 13y ago
  Definitely give it some breathing room. Goodluck trying to different levels of equity right now, could be very sticky. - Put people's feet to the fire with a money, and time commitment. (60, 80, 100hrs/week) - Then just work on it for a few months and see who's keeping up the commitment It's easy to float on your recent win, and pretend like everyone is equally committed. People will start dropping off in levels soon enough. Or maybe not, and you have 8 amazing founders :)
  - alexleclair 13y ago
    You're making a very valid point. Thanks for the insight! :)

alexleclair 13y ago

Well thought through. Right now, everyone's talking one on one with each other, asking the same questions: Do you want to stay? What's in it for me? Will it be fun? Am I willing to relocate? (Some are from Sherbrooke, a 2h drive from Montreal). We'll see what comes out of it. Thanks!

sieva 13y ago
Definitely give it some breathing room. Goodluck trying to different levels of equity right now, could be very sticky. - Put people's feet to the fire with a money, and time commitment. (60, 80, 100hrs/week) - Then just work on it for a few months and see who's keeping up the commitment It's easy to float on your recent win, and pretend like everyone is equally committed. People will start dropping off in levels soon enough. Or maybe not, and you have 8 amazing founders :)
- alexleclair 13y ago
  You're making a very valid point. Thanks for the insight! :)