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Re: [newtech-1] Mobile Dev Preparation Advice

From: Miles R.
Sent on: Tuesday, February 23, 2016, 3:49 PM
Is this couch surfing?

Write a spec or pay someone to do it.

See if existing web tools, hosted platforms, offer what you need.

Last thing you need is a CTO, it's not technology you need it's project management.

Your challenge is attracting users and monetizing the site.

M

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On Feb 23, 2016, at 1:44 PM, Jeffrey Dobin <[address removed]> wrote:

Hi Tech Fam: My ASK is below.  First, here's some context:


My goal is to make it easy to help others. I've tested an idea, created a very basic/non-technical MVP, found paying customers, spoke to hundreds of people and learned a ton in the process. I've focused in on one specific niche: helping people experience authentic neighborhood culture.

 

The ProblemThere's no easy way to ask locals for advice. Tourists' time is limited, the internet is too noisy and hotels leave them feeling disconnected from real local culture.

 

Our Solution allows users to instantly connect to locals to plan authentic travel experiences. There are a number of companies trying to solve this problem (unsuccessfully) but we have a unique approach that millennials love.


I've sketched out the various app screens and flow, and written a detailed document explaining each page and the functionality.


Here's my ASK: 

As a non-technical founder, what do I need to prepare to save time and money before either  

1) outsourcing this to a mobile dev shop; or

2) hiring a CTO/co-founder to build/manage product?


Follow-up: which option above is best?


Any suggestions/recommendations/advice would be appreciated.  Thanks so much!


- Jeffrey 

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