Low Code CTO Mission

Every startup, including the ones I've joined, goes on a big journey to define its core values. Some start with long lists. Then, they realize that too many items can make remembering and using them difficult. This realization is key for a startup. It highlights how values shape culture and guide direction. It's a journey we've all been on, and it's one we continue to navigate.

The golden rule for values is that if you can rattle them off (after a few beers), you have too many!

One value we adopted from another company was "Give First." This value comes from Techstars. It highlights the importance of giving back to the community. Helping others is key; we should do it without expecting anything in return. It became one of our guiding principles as we began hiring. Over the next few years, other values came and went, but the borrowed value of "Give First" remained strong.

That startup is gone. The team has dispersed, and the investors have taken their loss and tax write-off.

That value has stuck with me. Change a bit. With time, a long-held value can change, and new expressions emerge.

As a solo entrepreneur, the need for values remains.

Our Values

Empowerment - I help non-technical founders take control of their business journey. They can speed up their progress and grow their startups with the right tools and strategies. Everyone deserves the opportunity and confidence to turn their vision into reality.

Autonomy - I want non-technical founders to have the necessary tools and frameworks. This way, they can build on their own without depending on others. You won’t rely on developers or tech experts to move forward. Too many founders spend months waiting for their developers to deliver. Nothing is worse than having an idea but being unable to move it forward. I want to change that by helping founders own their tech decisions and drive their progress.

Perspective is invaluable. Building anything becomes a significant challenge without it. Startups face a flood of information and many unknowns. The one thing I wish I had more of during my time as a founder of Meenta is perspective. It's a key that can unlock doors and illuminate paths, and it's something I'm committed to sharing with you.

So here is my mission statement:

My mission is clear: I empower non-technical founders to build their vision. I help them gain autonomy to build it themselves. I aim to give perspective. This helps them feel empowered and make better tech choices.

My tagline is: "I help founders make better tech decisions."

I've joked that if I were their fractional CTO and got hit by a bus, they'd be sad, but their vision would live on. They might value what I bring, but they are not dependent on me or any other techie to deliver.

This newsletter serves as a pathway to our mission. We want to empower founders who feel limited by their tech skills and experience. The newsletter offers insights, tools, and strategies. These will help founders make smarter tech choices and speed up their progress. No-code and low-code platforms and AI advances help us prove viability quickly.