When finding a technical co-founder for your mobile-web startup is a horrible idea

May 30, 2012 by  

Steve Wozniak was the technical wizard behind Apple's early success.

Here’s a typical problem. Your background is in business and you want to do an Internet company because the cost of starting up is extremely low and you think that you have a great idea.

The unique challenge of finding good technology people is endemic not only in Asia. It happens everywhere, including Silicon Valley. While Google, Facebook and many notable technology companies are putting in top dollar for the best engineering talent, most founders in start-ups don’t have that kind of resources.

The challenge of finding the best technology talent is exacerbated in Asia, since these people are viewed as a support arm and is something that can be outsourced to programmers in India or China.

Here are some considerations as to why you should or should not find a technology co-founder.

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