Let's talk about hiring on a budget!

Emilia Vicini
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Would you be open to sharing hiring costs with another startup? Startup X needs a part-time backend developer, and Startup Y is looking for a similar profile on a part-time basis. Would you consider 'sharing' an employee/contractor with a fellow PH member, for example?

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Shajedul Karim
hey there, love the ingenuity behind collective hiring – a refreshing dance in resource optimization. especially in the startup realm, where budgets often sit tight, such collaborative endeavors in sharing a skillful developer can breathe vitality into projects without draining finances. this model not only provides financial relief but also opens vistas for cross-pollination of ideas between the two startups. the shared developer becomes a conduit, a bridge that might inadvertently transfer subtle, yet valuable, insights from one entity to the other. however, it's equally pivotal to acknowledge the potential challenges such as maintaining a balance in task prioritization and ensuring the developer doesn’t feel torn between two distinct set of objectives and cultures. alignment on expectations, clear communication, and respect for the developer’s mental space and work-life balance become crucial. to navigate these waters, perhaps a trial period could unfold the practicality of this model, allowing all entities to gauge, adapt, and ensure symbiotic relationships blossom amidst shared human resources. this sparks rich food for thought - imagining further, could this evolve into a novel sub-sector in the hiring ecosystem? a platform that synergizes startups with converging needs to share human resources, ensuring optimized utility without financial strain? just meandering thoughts from a mind enticed by the blend of resourcefulness and collaboration. - savoring the shared journey in startup landscapes.