My CTO Friend - Startup Founders Learn Tech Management

Hey everyone! I'm thrilled to dive into a topic that has been on my mind for months: the incredible impact of AI on startups. If you're a founder or a CTO, you might have noticed that the landscape has changed dramatically in just a year or two. In my latest YouTube video, 'THE new era Startup founders A.I. superpowers,' I unpack how AI tools like ChallengeGPT are revolutionizing the way we operate and grow our businesses. Imagine being able to create actionable roadmaps, evaluate complex technologies, and even generate functional applications—all with just a few clicks. Sounds like a dream, right? But this is the reality we're living in today! I'm here to tell you that even if you don't have a technical background, you can still harness the power of AI to become more knowledgeable and strategic. This shift allows you to prototype at lightning speed, leaving more room for innovation and creativity. As a CTO, I've evolved too. I'm not just a fractional CTO anymore; I'm supercharged by AI, ready to guide you through this evolution and help you build your startup faster than ever. In this video, I share insights from my journey and discuss how collaboration between human intelligence and AI is already shaping our present—not just our future. I encourage you to engage with me! Share your thoughts, questions, or experiences in the comments on Instagram or YouTube. Your input is invaluable to our community of non-technical founders and entrepreneurs navigating this new terrain together. So, if you're ready to embrace the AI revolution, buckle up and let's dive into this exciting journey together! Don't forget to check out more episodes of our startup snack series. Here's to building smarter, faster, and with purpose! #startup #CTO #AmauryKHELIFI #entrepreneur #nontechnicalfounder ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co You can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episodes are also available as a podcast on: https://myctofriend.co/podcast

Hey there, it's Amaury, your friendly startup enthusiast, and I've got an exciting topic to dive into today. In my latest YouTube video, I tackle the question of outsourcing startup development and whether it's better to opt for a fixed-price or time & material basis. Trust me, you don't want to miss this! So, here's the deal. When it comes to increasing your level of certainty in your startup journey, there are two paths you can take. The first one is drawing all the screens and defining every single feature in excruciating detail. It's like having a roadmap that leaves no room for surprises. The second path, on the other hand, involves reducing the scope and creating a version zero with just one key feature. It's all about starting small and building momentum. Now, when you're in the ideation stage, it's wise to launch a small prototype with a fixed price contract. This allows you to test the waters and get a feel for the development process. But as your project progresses and more ideas start flowing, it might be time to switch gears and go for a time and material basis. This way, you have more flexibility and better manageability as new features come into play. But wait, there's more! If you find that the development quality starts to waver, don't worry. You can always switch back to a fixed time contract to hold your provider accountable. Communication is key here, folks. Lack of clarity in expectations and the provider's inability to deliver on time and at the expected quality are the main issues that can arise. But fear not, by fostering effective communication and understanding with your provider, you can overcome these challenges and keep the project on track. Now, let's talk about the perks of a time and material basis. This approach allows for greater involvement of the provider, which means you can benefit from their feedback and suggestions. Plus, you can optimize development by reusing technical components, think outside the box, and create extraordinary things. It's all about collaboration and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. So, where do you start? Well, my recommendation is to begin with a fixed price contract and a small scope. Once you've established trust and understanding with your provider, you can confidently switch to a time and material basis. Stick with this approach unless you encounter high costs and delays, in which case, it might be time to reevaluate. To keep things running smoothly, keep an eye on important KPIs, such as the real cost of features, troubleshooting compared to new feature development, and code refactoring. These metrics will help you stay on track and make informed decisions along the way. I'm always here to help, so don't hesitate to ask questions or suggest topics for future videos or podcasts. Together, we'll navigate the startup world and make our dreams a reality. Stay tuned for more valuable insights and let's build something amazing! ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co You can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episodes are also available as a podcast on: https://myctofriend.co/podcast

Hey there, it's Amaury!

Hey there, it's Amaury!

Struggling to boost your sales or enhance your service ? Fear not, I've got the solution for you! Tune in to my latest podcast episode featuring Jason Friedman, the Chief Experience Officer at CX Formula. Together, we delve into the secrets behind successful sales and optimizing customer experiences. From understanding customer needs to personalizing their journey, we cover it all. Plus, Jason candidly shares his own entrepreneurial hurdles and how he tackled them. Don't miss out on this insightful discussion that's sure to elevate your sales strategies! Subscribe to our channel for more enlightening interviews and let's conquer the business world together ! need a CTO ? visit our website : https://www.myctofriend.co/fr ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co You can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episodes are also available as a podcast on: https://myctofriend.co/podcast

Hey there! Amaury here, and I've just finished recording an exciting new episode titled "How to Lead & Grow a STARTUP Team." In this one, I'm going to share some of my most valuable insights and experiences as a founder and CEO, giving you practical strategies for managing and growing a technical team in your startup. First off, I dive into the crucial concept of creating a safe environment where individuals and teams feel secure and confident. We'll explore the importance of trust, transparency, and open communication. As a leader, it's essential to lead by example, be authentic, and encourage your team to freely express their opinions and challenge the status quo. Building trust is a fundamental pillar for success, and I'll show you how vulnerability plays a key role in fostering trust within your team. We'll discuss the power of admitting when you don't know something and how it encourages your team members to do the same. By creating a culture of trust, you'll unlock the potential for constructive feedback and achieve incredible goals together. But that's not all! I'll also share some valuable resources with you. I highly recommend two books that have had a significant impact on my leadership journey: "The Five Dysfunctions of a Team" by Patrick Lencioni and "Radical Candor" by Kim Scott. These books will provide you with effective methodologies for building trust, fostering open communication, and developing empathy within your team. We'll also touch on the importance of accountability and goal sharing. As a leader, you need to set ambitious goals and share them with your team, fostering a sense of support and accountability. You'll discover how empowering your team and encouraging quick decision-making and adaptability are crucial for the growth of your startup. So, if you're a startup founder, CTO, or even a non-technical entrepreneur looking to lead and grow a successful team, this YouTube video is for you. Join me as I share my experiences, insights, and practical strategies that will empower you to create a thriving startup team. And hey, if you have any questions or suggestions for future topics, I'd love to hear from you! Thanks for tuning in, and don't forget to check out my other episodes for more valuable content. Let's take our startup teams to new heights together! ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co You can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episodes are also available as a podcast on: https://myctofriend.co/podcast

Hey there, it's Henry from MyCTOfriend, back with another exciting episode! Today, we're diving into the world of focus groups and how they can take your startup product to the next level. So, grab your headphones and let's get into it! Ever wondered how some startup products seem to hit the mark with their customers right from the start? Well, it's all about understanding your target audience and their needs. And that's where focus groups come in. These magical gatherings of early clients who are eager to help and give back can provide invaluable insights that can shape the future of your product. In this episode, I'll be sharing my own experiences organizing a focus group and the agenda we followed during our meeting. We'll talk about the challenges of gathering feedback from clients who may not always know what they need, and how to overcome that hurdle. But it doesn't stop there! Focus groups also allow you to understand how clients use your product and what features they find most useful. By establishing a strong relationship with your clients and involving them in the development process, you can gather brilliant ideas for new features and improvements. I'll also be discussing the importance of recording focus group meetings. Not only does this allow you to analyze client language and dive deeper into their feedback, but it also helps you gather insights on pricing, sales funnels, website design, and other aspects of your startup. Now, I'm not claiming to be the best CTO in the world, but I've learned a thing or two about focus groups and how they can make a real difference. So, if you're a startup founder looking to take your product to the next level, this episode is a must-listen! Don't forget to engage with me in the comments on YouTube or Instagram. I love hearing your suggestions and answering your burning questions. And stay tuned for more exciting episodes coming your way. Until then, keep hustling and innovating! [Call to action: Check out other episodes of MyCTOfriend for more valuable insights and tips for startups!] ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co You can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episodes are also available as a podcast on: https://myctofriend.co/podcast

Today I'm trying a new format for our channel, a Startup Launch instead of a Startup Snack ;-) I'm inviting today Carlana, CEO and founder at https://ooldie.com to share with us her story. She came up with a great startup idea few years ago, building a matching platform for old person could find the care givers based on their specific needs. Thanks again Carlana for sharing your story with us ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co You can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episodes are also available as a podcast on: https://myctofriend.co/podcast

There is no such thing as a completely secret strategy. In today's video I'll show you a strategy to stay under the competition's radar for a while. ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co You can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess 

I have been working on a second startup for a while now, a SaaS startup which provide automatic video and podcast editing. Today, I am sharing my process, the steps I have taken, and those that are currently in progress and upcoming. https://marketingautomationninja.com/   ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co You can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess 

Today we are going to talk about the growth phase of startups, especially when you go from 10 to 25 employees in a few months. This is one of the missions I just finished with the startup Telaqua. I'm back today to show you the challenges we had, the different steps we went through and how I was able to contribute to the development of this project in good conditions. ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

Sometimes startups find themselves blocked by agencies or developers. Most of the time it's not because they have bad intentions, but it's simply because you haven't set the right framework. In today's video we'll look at how to establish a healthy, effective and risk-free framework for a good relationship between your startup and your development teams ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

When launching a startup we don't just need a good product, we also need a backoffice to manage our transactions and get statistics on our activities. Today I'm going to show you how it might be possible to use no code technologies to potentially develop these features ------------------- Video on the limits of no-code: https://youtu.be/DoufPyam_nY  If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess  These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ 

The new year is here and we have big plans for 2023! To start the year off right, we've packages 2 courses as well as a 1:1 coaching session, directly with Amaury. This offer is time limited, so it might be the right time for you to take action and get the support you need to succeed with your project. Improving your skills and receiving coaching is crucial for the success of your business. If you're unable to afford traditional coaching at this time, don't worry - our adaptive coaching platform will soon be here to help. Using adaptive technology, we'll guide you through customized videos and tutorials that are tailored to your specific project. Every startup is unique, so with our adaptive coaching, we'll work with you to define the next steps for building your startup and help you achieve your goals. Ready to take action? Check out our packages here: https://www.myctofriend.co/packages ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

Building a startup with a 9-5 job it hard, almost impossible from my point of view… But jumping off the Cliff is also not the right things to do if you are not prepared ! Today, I'll share my own experience and what I've seen after working with hundreds of startup founders… ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

It's the end of the year and you probably have lots of good ideas to develop or to launch your startup project next year. What about having an informal chat about what you are up to with other founders and I ? We are all very busy, but this christmas time is certainly a good time to step back and take some time to just hang out with like-minded founders. So I invite you to meet on the 21st December at 3pm (London), 10am ET, 7am PT. Prepare your favorite christmas beverage and join us to share your upcoming challenges. I'll be glad to share some feedback and advice on how to move forward with your project. I hope you'll be able to make it… https://myctofriend.co/liveinvitation   ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

Depending on where we are in the world, we have totally different approaches. Political and environmental impacts influence the way we think and act. For some, the preservation and ownership of applications is very important, for others, the concept and the money made on it does not count as much as the number of users of it and they want to leave the legitimacy to the creator of the concept. In this video I explain the ownership of applications launched on web3.0 and the approach we can have depending on our geolocation ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

Smart contracts can be very useful for your business. However, they also have the power to make you lose a lot of money as they allow you to make money transactions. In 2022, several billion were embezzled. The difficulty is that it is the same principle as a bank, before depositing money, it must be verified that this smart contract is secure, that there are no flaws. I'll meet you in this video to give you some advice on how to secure yourself and use smart contracts safely. ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

A few years ago, when you wanted to launch a market place, you had to work with banks. Today, thanks to blockchain, we are able to generate transactions ourselves thanks to the support of blockchain. Today, it is possible to create a smart contract, it represents a small piece of software, totally modifiable and programmable. In this video we meet to talk about smart contracts, what they represent and their role in the blockchain and to see how useful they are for startups. ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

Many different currencies have been created such as the high coin, with a virtuous purpose in order to continue to trade on this currency, and conversely we can find the chit coin, a virtual currency that has been speculated by thousands of investors who withdraw when many people buy tokens. The utility token is much more than that, it has a real use. It not only represents a currency, but it can be exchanged for a specific currency. Let's meet in this video to explain this principle, and the usefulness for startups to use them ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

We are evolving a lot these days, it is important to follow the trends, and follow the evolutions to grow our business. Some terms and principles can be difficult to understand, that's why here at find tech Singapore, we are more than 6000 to meet to share and evolve on this subject In this video, I introduce you to web3, everyone talks about it, business revolves around it, but really: what is it? Why is everyone talking about it? What does it mean exactly? ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

After these short moments of absence, I'm back in this video to present you a project I've been working on. For the past few months, I've been working with a company in order to make their team grow. We've changed a lot of things: their team, their results, the way they work and many other things. Today I am at the Fintech Festival in Singapore to represent this company for their new project. All of Asia has gathered to talk about the future of the Web 3.0 and finance. Follow our adventure in Singapore, and learn with us ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

Hiring developers became really hard… In this episode I'm going to share with you, what's going on in the tech industry and why it's more and more complicated to hire good engineers. ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

Hiring developers for a startup is a challenge, especially as a non-technical founder. In today's episode, I'm going to share what are the top skills that I look for when I help hiring developers for the startup I work with. ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

What is a good developer for my startup project ? Such a question… ! I've been helping tons of startup to select developers and i've also review & audit tons of startup products. Some were good, other not at all ! In today's episode, We are going to talk about junior & senior developers and more specifically, what quality level you need for which type of startup project. ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

As entrepreneur, it's not always easy and obvious to manage our money properly. Especially, if we are an ambitious entrepreneur, it might also push us to take some risks and make investments into high potential projects that, unfortunately, often take more time to provide a return on investment. In today's episode, I'm going to share the well-known methodology that helped me a lot with money management. It's call “profit first” It's so good that I'm now using it for both, my businesses as well as my personal finance. I'm going to explain you the essential of that methodology and how it can help you reduce stress while increasing your profit. ---------------------- Profit first TED talk: https://youtu.be/-8O2Rw8moHs ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

I recently had a founder who asked me for a time tracking system for his developers. Of course, they are tons of software for that, but, is it the right approach to measure every minute of our developers? In today's episode, we are going to talk about, how to measure developers' or even employees' efficiency, and we will see that time is not the only and not the main thing to measure, especially in software development… ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

I recently had a project which had difficulties with planning the development tasks. Meetings between the founder and developers were endless because the task list was too long... If you are a young startup, it's normal, because we have so many ideas and so many opportunities, that we don't want to make a bad decision. In today's episode, I'm going to share with you, the difference between a product roadmap and the development roadmap to help you be more effective with your developments. ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

Happy new year for 2022, In today's episode I'm not only going to wish you all the best for this new year. I'm also going share with you, what I have in mind for My CTO friend and what we are going to do this year to help non-technical startup founders. ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

Merry Christmas !!! In today's special episode, I'll come back on 2021, What we've done, our progress, the decisions I've made, … Everything… ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

When we launch a tech startup, we face some very important decisions… And some of them are crucial! In today's episode I'm sharing with you my advices about those decisions that can have a huge impact on your project. ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

If you plan to launch your app on the Apple store, ( App Store) Then listen to this episode. We are going to talk about the review process required by apple and how to optimize it to be sure to publish your app on time. ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

I recently talked to a startup founder who invested a lot in his project. His main question was: Can I consider my provider as a CTO? If not, do I need a part-time CTO? In today's episode, we are going to talk about the CTO and the development provider and why it's very hard to be both at the same time! ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

I recently experienced myself what are the true limits of the no-code. No matter what tool or solution you use, there is one limit that is common to all the no-code tools out there. And that's what we're going to talk about in this episode. ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

Startups often miss deadlines… But Why? In today's episode, we are going to talk about the 3 main reasons why and what you need to pay attention to avoid that… ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

Bootstrapping! What does it really mean? Is it really possible as a non-technical founder? In today's episode, I'm going to answer this question and give you my point of view on what it is possible to do and not to do. And how to move forward with your project, if you don't have investments. ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

When we hire a team to develop a startup or a a digital product, as a Founder, we are not always aware of the direction that your development team takes. I today's episode, I'll share with you a technique I've put in place, in several startups in order to help the founder, better understand what the team do and how it can impact the strategy. ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

Implementing OKR… In the meantime, we are also using Agile scrum… Do you think it's relevant to use both? Well, The answer is YES, and in today's episode, I'll explain you how they work together. ---------------------- Video: OKR Introduction, Set & review your goals : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XQQT9bB_O9g ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

Building a startup is a challenge! You and your team need to be well organized to achieve your goals and it's not always as easy as it looks. In today's episode I'm going to share the project story of one of the startup I work with and how we can apply the RACI methodology to avoid misunderstanding & miscommunication. ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

Having a startup product is good, but often we underestimate the admin side of the product. How to edit our customers' info, how to go through their workflow, to edit their profile, To understand why there is something wrong with their account... All that is only possible with a backoffice interface (Unless if you want to ask your developer to edit your database manually, all day long… ) In today's episode, I'm going to explain, how you can easily create a back-office interface without having to pay for expensive developments. ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

There are thousands ways to develop new startup features or even an entirely digital product. Sometimes, it can take few hours, sometimes several weeks or several months. In today's episode, I'm going to talk about the process to transform new features ideas or a new startup idea into an actionable plan. And I'm also going to talk about, how to challenge developers to find the shortest path to reach your product goals. ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

When we build a startup, the app development cost is the “big question” every founder asks ! In today's video, I'm going to share with you, why the development cost often increase during the project and what can you do about it… ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

It's not always easy to find the best, cheapest and fastest way to develop a startup Recently, I coached an entrepreneur who wanted to add a reservation system to an existing app. As usual, my first reflex was to look at what already exist in open-source and no-code technologies. Not only I found potential solutions, but with today's episode, I'll explain, how is it possible to combine several independent solutions ( could be opensource or no-code) and to create a startup out of existing blocks. ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

During the past few years, I've been coaching many startups to develop mobile apps and web platforms, And one of the recurring questions I get asked is: Should I go for native développements, cross-platform or hybrid developments? Obviously, there is no one answer for all situations, but with today's episode, I'll explain in which case it is relevant to use native, cross-platform, or hybrid developments… ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

The No-code movement is really booming currently, because it allow almost anyone to develop a website or even mobile application. But as a CTO, I often wonder if the no-code strategy, for a specific project, is the best way to build that project. In today's episode, I'm going to explain, how you can get the most out of code and no-code by eventually combining both of them. ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

When we build a tech startup, we might want to keep our secret sauce, secret. But how to do that, when it comes to delegate or outsource the developments? In today's episode, I'm going to explain how you can delegate software developments without sharing all your secrets to developers. ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

I recently had to analyse 2 quotations from 2 different software providers. With two, totally different approach. -> One is what you absolutely need to avoid -> The other one is what I would recommend… Do you think you will guess which one is the best? In this episode, I'm going to explain what type of software development provider you need to avoid when building a start-up. ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

Non-technical startup founders often wonder: What if I could learn to code? Maybe I could be able to do everything by myself? And save tons of money on software development … In fact, after many years of experience, I can tell you that unless if you are young and really want to become a software engineer, I do believe that it's a bad idea to learn how to code just for the sake of launching a startup. In today's episode, I'll explain to you why you should not learn how to code and what you should do and learn instead, to build a digital product. ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

Remote work is cool But it's very important to do real-life Workshops! Great startups like Zapier, Invision, basecamp... although they work with remote teams, they also do In Real Live events! ( at least Once a year + every quarter for each team ) In today's episode, I'm going to share with you the agenda I recommend, to share and improve, the company vision & mission, with the entire team. And how to transform the positive energy you can get from the group, into an actionable plan. ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ