3 Non-Technical Mistakes Devs Make in Startups

1. Airplane Mode - No Proper Communication

Temporary, suboptimal solutions can sometimes be more effective than long-term, perfect ones. To know why, you need to first understand the startup mechanics. It boils down to:

• Build something impressive and in-demand


• Acquire new users


• Pitch your idea, impress potential investors with usage stats and shiny features


• Get investments to work on new features or improve/extend existing ones


• Start over

Usually, the deadlines for these cycles are pretty tight, so they require agility. Working on a more scalable solution might hinder the efforts to meet the expected goals due to the higher time cost.

That said, prioritizing business goals doesn't always mean sacrificing quality. The objective should be balancing solution quality with delivery speed.

Working in a startup requires skills like strategic decision-making and adaptability. It's crucial to understand when to invest in a more complex solution and when to go with the good-enough one.

After securing investment, startups can expand the team, hire specialized talent, and integrate tested solutions or services to enhance the product.

3. Tunnel Vision - Only Focusing on Tech Aspect, Ignoring Context

You may find that the article contains a mix of opinions and facts. It reflects the author's (my) experiences in the startup world so far. If you notice missing points, areas for improvement, or inaccuracies, feel free to share your thoughts.