The Future of App Development Is Not What You Think...
Today’s Tip: If you want to keep winning in tech, you need to radically change the way you think about how to hire an app developer.
I spend all day talking to founders about building apps.
The truth is…many of them are dramatically underestimating how risky and costly it can be to hire the wrong developer and how avoidable that mistake really is.
Every startup needs to become great at team building, or they’ll burn through time and budget fast. That starts with knowing how to hire the right dev for your stage.
As low-code tools and AI co-pilots grow, the line between good and great developers will blur.
And that means it will be harder to tell who can actually ship a stable, scalable product and who just talks a good game.
The last true advantage for any founder will be knowing how to build a lean, skilled team that can deliver — without over engineering or overcharging.
I believe we’re shifting into the Era of Smart Hiring.
Those who learn how to scope clearly, screen confidently, and manage devs effectively will consistently ship.
Those who don’t…will stall out or waste months on the wrong hire.
If I had to bet everything on one skill to master before launching your next app, it’d be this:
Learn how to hire an app developer the right way — the first time.
This is how you futureproof your build and your budget.
If you’re overwhelmed about where to start, here’s my advice:
Finding a developer isn’t the hard part.
Finding one who understands your business goals, communicates well, and actually ships? That’s the real game.
Here’s how I recommend founders approach hiring:
The best way to hire a great dev is to start with a clearly scoped MVP (not a wishlist of features).
The most effective way to evaluate a developer is with a paid test task — not just an interview.
The easiest way to lose money is to hire fast without vetting process, references, or milestones.
The longer you delay building your hiring process, the more painful (and expensive) it will be when you finally do.
PS – I’m putting together a resource to help non-technical founders confidently hire their first (or next) app developer. Book a free zoom call with me
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