How I Got a Job at Kickstarter (in 6 Months and Many Steps)
Looking for a new gig in tech? Ellen Chisa has been there… and reports back. By Ellen Chisa (Product Manager, Kickstarter) Once upon a time, I decided I wanted to work at Kickstarter. That became a reality after six months and a lot of not so easy steps. I find...5 Questions To Ask Yourself Before Joining A Startup
You have to ask yourself about the company that you are joining and the role that you are planning to take. This requires you to be introspective in understanding where your personal strengths fit in the overall goal of the company. By Lien Nguyen (Co-Founder, Joy de...
How We Hire: Interviewing, Contracting The First Startup Employees
A week-long contract with a potential employee is enough time to assess whether you want to hire. By Elizabeth Yin (Co-Founder, LaunchBit) Making our first full-time hire was really nerve-wracking. Finding someone really sharp AND would fit in super well was going to...