should i hire a freelance dev for a minimal product, and what's the going rate?
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i have experience with this, gotta say: finding a freelance dev depends on a few factors. gather data first, don't make emotional decisions.
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another perspective: maybe the core issue with finding a freelance dev is something else. think about it like this...
antoher perspective: maybe the core issue with finding a freelance dev is something else then tbh think about it like this...
edit: fixed a few typos.
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another perspective: maybe the core issue with finding a freelance dev is something else. think about it like this...
another perspective: maybe the core issue with finding a freelance dev is something else. think about it like this...
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look most business owners make the wrong choice in these situations. btw be careful hasty decisions often end in regret.
but what's the real risk? if this choice is wrong, will the business close? i'm saying this so you're super careful.
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another perspective: maybe the core issue with finding a freelance dev is something else. think about it like this...
another perspective: maybe the core issue with finding a freelance dev is something else. think about it like this...
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another perspective: maybe the core issue with finding a freelance dev is something else. think about it like this...
There's a trap here, let me mention it. btw everyone rushing into looking for a freelance developer gets stuck at the same point.
When making decisions write down the worst-case scenario too, not just the best. If you post the result here it will help others too.
There's one point I'm curious about. If you get three different answers on a topic, the question was asked wrong.
Proven by experience.
just a heads-up then honestly when making a decision first look at what data you have on hand.
if you have questions write them; I'll answer as best I can.
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I've been down this road, let me tell you. Trying to do this alone is the most expensive way.
Partnership isn't a decision to make without working together first.
Exactly like that. Everyone rushing into looking for a freelance developer gets stuck at the same point.
I have no experience with looking for a freelance developer, so I'm asking. The biggest time-waster for us was not knowing who had the final say.
Good luck with that.
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let me summarize what's been said so far. valuation mehtods for exits must be defined by formula; "market value" isn't enough.
correct me if I'm wrong.