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Key Takeaways AI-tools like GitHub Copilot and ChatGPT have supercharged productivity by up to 55%, fostering rapid development and content creation.
Embracing AI tools and creating a culture of curiosity and creativity are pivotal for startups to stay ahead in the fast-paced tech industry.
Last month, I watched a startup founder spend three weeks searching for a senior developer to build a simple feature that our content manager shipped in two days using AI tools. While he was posting on job boards and conducting technical interviews, we were already testing user feedback and iterating.
This scenario plays out constantly across the startup ecosystem. Founders assume they need specialized technical talent for every function, burning time and money, while AI-powered generalists move faster. The data backs this shift: 80% of developers report increased productivity with AI tools, while 90% of Fortune 500 companies are developing AI agents and automation.
As the co-founder of tech company HOLYWATER who has built the company’s tech stack, I predicted this shift early. Today, our 200-person team has just 10% coders — yet our platforms reach 55 million worldwide. My Drama is the No. 1 vertical streaming app across Europe and the U.S. players, while My Passion is the world’s No. 2 e-book platform with a library of 1,000+ titles.
Our team of strong generalists enables 3.5 times annual growth. Here’s how you can build it, too.
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Hire for curiosity, not credentials
At least 1 in 3 entrepreneurs expect to be solo founders within five years, according to the Global Entrepreneurship Report 2025. It’s enabled by AI tools that allow individuals to perform work that previously required entire teams.
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