Baby Steps
Over the last two weeks I've taken some much needed rest to help both mentally and spiritually with the transition. I have experience in the start up game so I know implicitly what to do, I just needed to take some time to contemplate, absorb, and visualize, which I've had the opportunity to finally complete as of today so I'm raring to go.
Next steps? I've already started the process of remodeling, painting, and organizing the new office space. I'm waiting on our lawyer to finalize some much needed agreements and I'm tying up a few loose ends with branding, business plan, and other minor details that all need to be addressed this week.
The next major hurdle is to recruit the right person to head up our development efforts. Although we currently have contracted resources on that side and coding is already underway, I need someone senior who will roll up their sleeves and architect the whole project from the beginning. Equity and some salary are on the table, but I need to make sure that this person, whoever he or she is, not only is more than capable from a skill and experience perspective, but also yearns to work in an entrepreneurial environment. Stability is replaced with chaos and constant change this early in the game, so I need someone who prides them self on their ability to adapt to new situations and who knows how to get the job done no matter what it takes.
If you know someone who fits the bill, and who's also interested in creating something disruptive that I feel will change the Internet, definitely throw them in my direction. I can be reached at peter@ejtel.com.
I'm cutting my update short today since there's so much work to do and too little time, but I'll pop in with progress when I can.
