Which do you find more important in a startup?

Absolutely team alignment is crucial. Everyone needs to be bought into the same vision and pulling in the same direction. Culture and fit are so important when hiring - skills can be learned but attitude and alignment are essential from day one to build that cohesive, mission-driven team.

Team alignment is crucial! You need all minds innovating in the same direction. Hire people who fit the vision and get everyone rowing together. That's how you unlock breakthroughs IMO.

Innovation will come if the team is thinking the same.