Why You Need to Stop Looking for a Technical Cofounder

I often come across non-technical entrepreneurs that are looking for a ‘technical cofounder’, that can turn their idea into an app or website.

I find myself repeating the same thing over and over:

There are only a couple ideal scenarios where you will find a technical cofounder:

1) It’s already a friend you have known for many years and trust each other.

2) It’s a work colleague.

3) It’s a mutual friend or someone you get a warm intro to.

After several months of going to meet ups and emailing random people, it’s not uncommon to find yourself frustrated and ready to give up hope. Having an awesome idea is not enough. Do you have a successful track record of selling businesses? Do have something truly unique? Do have commitments from your first paying customers?

You are better off either:

a) Trying to learn how to code and build your own MVP.

b) Hiring a great development shop to build your initial product until you can raise/generate the money to hire an engineering team.

You need something more than just an idea.

If you are able to get you from idea to product, you have something. You have a much better chance of finally finding your cofounder. You have a better chance of inspiring others to join you in your venture. You have a better chance of something arising, instead of running around in circles…