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Decoding Technical Debt: Strategic Approaches for Non-Tech Founders.
Much like financial debt, technical debt is a burden that can quietly accrue and slowly eat away at your business if left unchecked. For non-tech founders, it’s easy to focus on short-term wins, pushing your product to market as fast as possible—but taking shortcuts can lead to costly consequences down the road. Technical debt, if…
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Understanding the Basics of the Product Development Journey for Non-Technical Founders
If you’re a non-technical founder embarking on the exciting journey of product development, it’s normal to feel a little overwhelmed by the technical aspects. But fear not! We’re here to simplify the process and guide you through the three key phases of this adventure. Let’s dive in:
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Strategic Budgeting for Early-Stage Tech Startups: A Founder’s Guide
A well-structured budget is the backbone of any successful tech venture. In this blog post, we’ll explore the key elements of creating a budget for your digital product and tech startup over 12-16 months, with a strong emphasis on helping early-stage founders make informed financial decisions. Additionally, we’ll provide valuable tips on how to use…
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How the Kanban Methodology Helps Founders Build Startups More Efficiently
There are many different methods and styles of product development management. In the early stages of building a startup, many founders are left to figure it out on their own. If you’re a non-technical founder looking into hiring a fractional development team, it’s important to consider their management methodology and whether it benefits your early…
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Using Example Mapping to Better Serve Early Stage Startup Founders
Within the bustling corridors of an agency like Nolte, where multiple clients and projects coexist, clarity and alignment are crucial. As we handle the intricate details of product development for early stage startups, it is imperative to ensure that every stakeholder is on the same page.
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Why Non-Technical Founders Should Think Twice Before Hiring Full-Time Technical and Product Leads
Entrepreneurship is a captivating journey. For founders, a pressing question often revolves around when to bring in full-time technical and product leads. While the appeal of in-house experts is significant, fractional for-hire teams might offer more benefits in the nascent stages. Let’s explore why delaying that full-time hire can be a smart move.
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The Ideal Team Structure for Early-Stage Startups Engaging with an Agency
If you’re a non-technical founder, the technical gap between vision to product might seem wide and likely daunting. Partnering with an agency to provide the right team structure can be a game-changer. Here’s the ideal team structure for early-stage startups engaging with an agency.
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How a Product Development Agency Accelerates Your Startup’s Success
Learn the advantages of outsourcing your product development to a fractional team and specifically why partnering with Nolte can speed up your product’s success while reducing startup risks.
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The Pros and Cons of Hiring a Fractional Product Development Team for Your Early Stage Startup
As a startup founder, you may have a great idea for a new product but lack the technical skills to bring it to life. Fortunately, outsourcing product development can be a viable solution. In this article, we explore the pros and cons of outsourcing product development for early stage startups.
Category: Operations
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