Insights & Lessons

Technical Insights

Technical Due Diligence for Startups: What Investors Actually Look At

What investors really look at during technical due diligence. Our checklist covers code quality, architecture, security, and team—drawn from 25+ exits.

7 Mar 2026 10 min read

Funding & Equity

Technical Co-Founder Equity Split: A Practical Guide for Startup Founders

How to split equity with technical co-founders. Practical ranges, vesting schedules, and common mistakes from 25+ years of startup experience.

28 Feb 2026 8 min read

Startup Lessons

How to Find a Technical Co-Founder (Without Getting Burned)

Guide to finding the right technical co-founder. What to look for, red flags, where to search, and how non-technical founders can evaluate technical skills.

21 Feb 2026 12 min read

Startup Lessons

When Should a Startup Hire a CTO? (And When You Shouldn't)

Learn when you actually need a full-time CTO—and the common hiring mistakes that sink early-stage startups. Real advice from 25+ years in the trenches.

7 Feb 2026 9 min read

Startup Lessons

Fractional CTO vs Full-Time CTO: Which Does Your Startup Need?

Should you hire a fractional CTO or full-time? We compare costs, benefits, and when each makes sense—plus when you actually need a technical co-founder instead.

31 Jan 2026 7 min read

Startup Lessons

CTO as a Service: What It Actually Means and Whether Your Startup Needs It

CTO as a Service gives startups experienced tech leadership without the full-time hire. Here's how it works, what it costs, and when a deeper partnership might be the better move.

24 Jan 2026 11 min read

Funding & Equity

How Much Does a Fractional CTO Cost? UK Rates, Pricing Models, and the Numbers Nobody Talks About

Fractional CTO costs in the UK range from £800-£1,600/day or £3k-£8k/month. Full breakdown of pricing, the real cost of a full-time hire, and why equity-aligned models are changing the game.

17 Jan 2026 8 min read

Startup Lessons

What is a Fractional CTO? A Guide From People Who've Done It Both Ways

A fractional CTO gives your startup senior tech leadership without the £200k salary. Here's what they actually do, what it costs, and how to tell if you need one — or something else entirely.

10 Jan 2026 9 min read

Startup Lessons

Why We Stopped Being an Agency

After 15 years of building products for clients, we made a fundamental shift. Here's what we learned and why we now only partner with founders on an equity or hybrid basis.

15 Dec 2025 6 min read