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by cme 5428 days ago
Being someone who is also actively looking for a tech person, from my experience you need to do a lot more than throw a post up on Hacker News, including being more transparent about yourself.

It wasn't until I launched a product (which i had developed by outsourcing it), marketed it up to 5,000 users, got paying customers till tech people payed any attention to me. I have also have deep industry knowledge and connections that help.

You don't need a tech person to get things moving. Outsource an MVP or prototype. Spend a little to get someone interested and excited.

Just my 2 cents.

2 comments

what is MVP? Thanks for the answer

also, how can I have my post in this 'ask' section? Both of my threads below are not anywhere near the visibility I am expecting. Is there something I need to do?

Thanks.

btw, I am also looking for one, and cme, i would need your advise.

my post on tech co founder

http://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=2829375

my question in regards on how to start it

http://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=2838115

feel free to shoot me an email, always willing to help out.
I was looking at your profile, but can't find email... maybe I did it wrong?

What is your email?

Thanks.

it should be in there..but here ya go: cpj1357@gmail.com
Really appreciate your few cents. I am new to this industry but really believe my idea can succeed.

I am looking for someone experienced in this field and can help me hash out my concept some more!

I've found this helpful as well: http://www.humbledmba.com/please-please-please-stop-asking-h... http://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=2714304

Get out there an meet as many people as you can! Go to local events, tap into your personal networkm do whatever it takes. Its not easy, but it is possible.

Good Luck!