Ben Collins-Sussman’s Post

Running a company is a lonely place. It often feels like you’re the only one who has dealt with this issue you’re facing. It could be an employee that quits, a big project that gets punted, payroll that just keeps coming week after week, the competitor who dropped their price to the floor to keep their guys busy. Or maybe it’s that no one on your team is accountable and morale is suffering. You can’t seem to hit a stride. The bank called your note and you have two months to come up with hundreds of thousands. I love watching people connect at the Ground Crew peer groups. They meet and shake hands and six minutes later they are laughing and swapping war stories about getting into sticky situations with new developers who can’t figure out how to run a project to save their life. There’s so much value in being with and learning from people who understand. If you’re in dirt work and want to be a part of a small, high-trust peer group, shoot me a note.

The Developer’s Payday Struggle: You join a company that promises a great culture and timely paychecks. Sounds perfect, right? Fast forward to payday… HR, marketing, even the office plants are out celebrating with their salaries, while the developer is stuck refreshing their bank account like it’s a glitch in the Matrix. Weeks pass, others splurge on dinners, and the developer is still waiting like, hello, salary? Are you lost? 😅 Finally, when the money arrives, all excitement is gone—just relief that snacks are back on the menu. Developers are apparently the only ones who "aren’t working hard enough." Yeah, because coding and solving bugs all day is just a walk in the park, right?  Moral of the story? Developers survive on caffeine, code, and delayed paychecks.  #DeveloperStruggles #PaydayWoes #RefreshTillYouGetPaid #CorporateComedy #DeveloperLife

💸 **𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗩𝗶𝗯𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗧 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱!** 💻 The feeling when your hard work translates into that sweet payday! 💼✨ Working in IT isn't just about coding late nights, debugging endless errors, or solving complex problems— it's also about being part of a dynamic, ever-evolving industry that rewards dedication and passion. Whether you're chasing that next big project or celebrating small wins along the way, salary day is a reminder that your efforts are paying off—quite literally! 💰💪 But remember, in tech, it's not just about the money. It's about growth, learning, and challenging yourself daily. The rewards come in many forms—new skills, job satisfaction, and, of course, that paycheck! To all my fellow IT pros, here’s to building, coding, and thriving. Keep pushing those boundaries and enjoy the fruits of your labor! 🚀 #SalaryDay #ITJobs #TechLife #FullStackDeveloper #Payday #GrowthMindset

⭐️ What's this? Say hello to... RecruitHub: Platform 2.0 ⭐️ The latest version of our platform includes: 📈Streamlined business processes with direct access via the portal (payroll, OKRs, P&L) 💻 Expansion of support content & access 🚀 Enhanced employee onboarding & performance management tools Automated business reporting 🔥 Suite of new marketing templates with click-to-brand design 🤝 Intranet (below) to manage business, teams and professional goals, with features including; OKR trackers Payroll submission Standard Operating Model blueprints Team week planning, Employee performance management, self-assessment & goal-setting Everything you need to build your recruitment startup profitably and securely. All in one place. Feel free to book some time in my diary, and I'll show you around the platform. #Recruitment #RecruitHub #Recruiter #Tech #Startups #Scaling #Business #Entrepreneur

How do you pay fairly and “equally when you are a global remote-first, non-profit with staff in 7 countries? How do you take different parameters into account, such as role, responsibility and cost of living? These were some of the questions feeding into our process when developing our salary calculator that takes some of these things into account. While acknowledging that it’s not the “perfect” or only answer to be part of fighting economical inequality, it is however an experiment and an attempt to make more fair and equal wages. Ben, the mastermind behind, has written a few works on this if your curious to learn more 😊 Also, feel free to drop a comment below if you have any experiences or thoughts on this topic

The Hustle is Real (But the Paycheck? Not So Much) Ah, the corporate world. Where exceptional skills are a dime a dozen, and competitive salaries are a unicorn you'll never find. Here's the hot take of the day: companies (big and small) seem to think employees should wear multiple hats, juggle flaming chainsaws, and code in their sleep – all for the low, low price of a meager salary. They want you to be a data whiz, a marketing guru, and a coffee-fueled productivity machine, all while offering a compensation package that wouldn't cover rent in a cardboard box. But hey, at least you'll get unlimited opportunities to hone your skills and learn new things (because apparently, that pays the bills now). #corporategreed #startupstruggles #sarcasm #whoneedssalariesanyway (besideseveryone) P.S. Maybe someday companies will realize that happy, well-paid employees are more productive than overworked, underpaid ones. But hey, that's just crazy talk, right? Right?

As any founder knows, finding product-market fit is one of the most critical steps in building a successful startup. It’s also one of the toughest to achieve – but here’s how I’ve tackled it in the past, and a few strategies that might help you, too. When, you start, you have a strong vision of what you want to build, but that vision has had to evolve overtime. Here’s what I’ve learned so far: 1. In early stages, reach out to potential customers to get honest feedback on product ideas. Ask open-ended questions and take note of recurring pain points. Their feedback is invaluable in shaping features. 2. Prioritize fast iterations. Based on feedback, release new features quickly, see how users react, and then adjust. Getting a “good enough” version out there allows you to learn what really matters to customers and avoid spending months on things that aren’t needed. 3. Stay flexible but focused. Finding product-market fit isn’t about making everyone happy. It’s about honing in on a specific market segment that truly values what you’re offering. Pivot on certain features while staying true to the core vision. 4. Track your metrics. Some metrics are more valuable than others. Tracking customer retention and engagement is more insightful than tracking pure sign-up numbers. Pay close attention to whether the product is “sticky” – are people coming back? 5. Be patient and persistent. Achieving product-market fit doesn’t happen overnight. It’s a process, not a destination. While it’s tempting to rush, it’s valuable to slow down to refine and polish based on real data. If you’re a fellow founder, know that finding product-market fit is challenging – and it’s okay if it takes time. The key is to keep listening, keep testing, and keep improving. 🚀

I'm not an hourly worker myself, but throughout my career, I've worked closely with businesses that rely on them. I know how important it is for these companies to ensure that all their employees are cared for. However, after reading an article, I didn't realize how difficult shift swapping might be. Kenco, a major player in the logistics world, is upgrading its hourly workers with a new shift-swapping app. It lets employees trade shifts with their coworkers whenever they need to, making it way easier to handle life's curveballs (doctor's appointments, kid's soccer games, you name it). The results? Turnover rates are down 27%, everyone's happier, and the company is running smoother than ever. Turns out that when you give people more control over their time, good things happen! As the old adage goes, Happy Wife, Happy Life. In this case, Happy employees- successful business! (doesn't sound as good, but the point is true!)

Many Clients ask what exactly is included in our hourly rate. The rates include the cost of: ✅ vacation pay;  ✅ sick leave; ✅ holidays. This gives you a predictable cost model with no additional fees for out-of-hours work. Our goal is to make cooperation as transparent and profitable for you as possible. You can find detailed information about services and prices on the website: https://lnkd.in/eQgSUNyT #OGDSolutions #Software #Development #IT #Startup #site #website #ITteam #dedicatedteam #FractionalCTO #outstaffing #offshoring #offshoredevelopment #dedicatedteam #outsourcing #developers #rate #rating

Are you an IT pro with a 6-figure salary but still feeling trapped in the corporate hamster wheel? I've been there. Hey there, fellow tech warriors! Not too long ago, I was right where you are. Crushing it at work, debugging like a boss, but feeling... stuck. Like I was sprinting on a treadmill that never stopped. But here's the plot twist: I found a way out. And no, it wasn't another coding language or a startup idea. It was real estate investing. Yeah, I know. I thought it was just for rich old dudes too. Turns out, it's perfect for people like us who can architect complex systems but somehow missed the 'build lasting wealth' seminar. Now, my life looks a bit different: =>   My bank account grows while I sleep (and not just from those 3 AM on-call shifts) =>   My assets multiply faster than my old Jira tickets =>   I actually feel much better about my family's future (wild, right?) The best part? I didn't have to quit tech cold turkey. I set up a system that ran in the background while I kept doing what I was good at. Until one day, when the layoff happened, I realized I didn't need a new corporate gig anymore. So what's stopping you? Feeling like you don't know enough? Scared of messing up? Trust me, I've been there. But remember how terrified you were of your first big project? Yeah, you crushed that too. Look, in tech and in life, if you're not evolving, you're becoming obsolete. Maybe it's time to upgrade your approach to money, just like you upgrade your skills. Want to chat about it? I've got some time slots open (link in the comments). Let's grab a virtual coffee and talk about how to get you out of that hamster wheel and onto the easy street. What's really holding you back from investing? What are your current hurdles?