Founder Tech Advisory (Hourly): Strategy and Tech Blueprint
Starting at
$
75
/hrAbout this service
Summary
Most founders don’t lose money because of “bad code”. They lose money because the product is not framed properly before building: unclear scope, wrong priorities, weak requirements, and no technical strategy behind the roadmap.FAQs
Is this coaching or real project work?
It’s advisory with concrete outputs. Every session ends with decisions and a written memo, and your blueprint is updated continuously.
How do you prevent the session from turning into chaos or digressions?
We lock the agenda in the first 10 minutes, time-box each topic, and keep a Parking Lot for everything non-critical. This protects your hour and keeps value high.
What if we are multiple people on the call?
That’s fine, but to stay efficient we recommend max 3 active participants. Others can send questions in advance, and we’ll prioritize them.
What if we run out of time mid-topic?
We stop on time, summarize the current decision, and define the next action. If needed, we book the next hour. No unpaid overtime, and no rushed conclusions.
Do you deliver documents like a business plan or full spec?
By default you get a memo after each session plus the evolving blueprint. Full documents (PRD, technical spec, roadmap pack) are available as add-ons when you want a formal handoff.
How does billing work (hourly)?
This is billed per hour. On Contra, hourly work can be structured as invoice billing with an hourly rate, where hours are tracked and submitted for client approval on the agreed cycle.
What's included
Live Advisory Sessions (60 min each)
Structured agenda, real-time decisions, and clear next steps. We can work solo-founder or with a small stakeholder group.
Session Memo (after each hour)
A concise written recap: decisions made, open questions, risks, and the exact actions to take next (including what to delegate to dev/design).
Evolving Product + Tech Blueprint (updated every session)
A living pack that becomes your project’s “source of truth”: MVP scope, user flows, priorities, stack direction, integrations plan, delivery roadmap, and build/buy/vendor notes.
Recommendations
(5.0)
Client • Jun 2, 2025
Recommended
Working with Cheikh on C² was exceptional. His AI and software engineering expertise transformed our vision into a powerful platform. From MVP to enterprise-grade solution, he delivered scalable tech with business insight. Highly recommend!
Client • May 8, 2025
Recommended
I've had the pleasure of working with Cheikh since 2019, and his technical prowess continues to impress me. His comprehensive approach to software development and AI engineering combines cutting-edge technology with practical business applications. Cheikh is more than a developer, he's a strategic technology advisor whose insights have proven essential to our success.
Recommended
Cheikh offers more than implementation, he provides strategic guidance fundamental to our success. I cannot recommend him highly enough for organizations seeking transformative expertise.
Client • May 13, 2025
Client • May 8, 2025
Recommended
In our long-standing professional relationship spanning more than half a decade, Cheikh has demonstrated exceptional skill and dedication. His expertise in custom AI solutions and data science has significantly enhanced our operations. What I appreciate most about collaborating with Cheikh is his proactive approach, he doesn't just execute tasks but thinks ahead to identify opportunities. I highly recommend Cheikh for any organization seeking a reliable, forward-thinking technology partner.
