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Re:More Powerful Than Ever, (can't find work) on Saturday October 17, 2026 @03:08AM (#50128689)
On the one hand, I'd try new lead-generation methods. Things like ChatGPT building lists for you, as well as more cold outreach. Maybe offer critique advice on social media for people and try to drum up some buzz/clients that way?

You could also try out tools like icpsignal.com for lead generation if that's more your speed.

Re:Ask HN: How are you navigating the current tech job market? on Thursday October 15, 2026 @05:03PM (#50110207)
Short answer? I'm not...

Longer answer? I'm building my own software, and I don't plan to return to the tech job market forever. I loved tech, but this market just makes me say "Screw it" and take the leap into business instead.

Currently building icpsignal.com (Social Media Lead Generation Platform), backendrescue.com, and curtistechsolutions.com.

Re:Ask HN: Is Observability Broken for You? on Thursday October 08, 2026 @07:43PM (#50014009)
Honestly, we just bit the bullet and didn't do much other than use Sentry. In hindsight, we probably should've done more, but this seems like where most of the startup industry is at anyway.

We usually just hire teams to come in and fix it if needed. It's not exactly the best practice, but it works. Take a look at https://backendrescue.com, for example.

This is interesting, thank you for sharing! Have you tried automating this yet?

I know a product that does this for social media platforms called https://icpsignal.com , but it doesn't support LinkedIn yet, unfortunately.

What startup are you working on? Congrats on the booked calls!

Re:Ask HN: How do you get your first users for an MVP? on Friday October 02, 2026 @08:14PM (#49940179)
For me personally? I'd do personalized outreach. Look at your LinkedIn network first!

For an automated solution to get not just your first users, but a consistent user flow, check out https://icpsignal.com

As a side note, using a product like https://icpsignal.com could help with lead generation and getting your startup off the ground.
Re:Ask HN: Who is hiring? (August 2024) on Thursday August 08, 2024 @05:00AM (#41189457)
Hi, I applied for this role and I know I'd be a great fit. How can I contact you to move forward? Thanks!