Guides for founders

Hiring senior people, without a recruiter in the building.

Plain-English guides on finding, closing, and keeping senior engineering and go-to-market hires at small startups.

How to Choose a Recruiter for Your Startup (and Avoid One Who Just Sends Resumes)

How to Choose a Recruiter for Your Startup (and Avoid One Who Just Sends Resumes)

Larry Warren
Published on: 24/10/2026

Contingency, retained, hourly, or in-house? How founders pick the right recruiter for a senior hire, what to ask, and the red flags to watch for.

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How to Hire a Senior Engineer at a Startup (When the Best Ones Already Have a Job)

How to Hire a Senior Engineer at a Startup (When the Best Ones Already Have a Job)

Larry Warren
Published on: 24/10/2026

The best senior engineers aren't applying. How founders find them, get replies, keep them through interviews, and close the offer.

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