38. Founder Stories: How I Built IVY, the Social University

Learning notes from this episode: Beri’s first hire was a designer, not a developer. He found her through via a recommendation. This is the best way to hire product talent. Beri has never had a technical co-founder, like most of the successful non-technical founders we’ve had on TFNT. Many people get put off starting work on their venture because they do not have a technical co-founder. We keep seeing that this does not have to get in your way. Beri has worked with various outsourced developers: again, another pattern we see from our other guests. Fundraising should not be an aim. It can help to build a business, but it is not the only way to do so. Beri suggests asking yourself "How can I get 10 customers with the minimum amount of investment?" Learn more about IVY here.   To join our live sessions, get join the Tech for Non-Techies membership community. As a community member, you'll get: Weekly live masterclasses with global experts Mini-course on how to go from idea to live app Supportive Online Community Library of masterclasses Monthly live coaching with Sophia Matveeva, tech entrepreneur & Chicago Booth MBA Exclusive Resources & Perks Learn more and sign up at https://www.techfornontechies.co/membership   Say hi to Sophia on Twitter. Following us on Facebook and Instagram will make you smarter.