Summary In this episode, Shaun Bourque interviews Sean Languedoc, the founder and CEO of Outforce AI, about the challenges of hiring engineers and the growth of outsourcing. They discuss the importance of culture fit in outsourcing and the unique aspects of the Canadian market. Sean shares his experience building an international agency and provides tips for finding the right outsourcing agency. They also explore the impact of AI on engineering and the inspiring stories of personal courage in entrepreneurship. Sean emphasizes the importance of leaving a legacy of contribution and giving back to the community. Takeaways Finding the right engineers for a project can be challenging, especially when hiring or outsourcing. Culture fit is a crucial factor in successful outsourcing, as different cultures have different communication and work styles. The outsourcing market is growing, driven by the need for cost-effective engineering solutions and the acceptance of remote work. Security risks in collaboration tools are a concern, but proper tools and infrastructure can mitigate these risks. Different countries have strengths in different areas of engineering, and it's important to consider the specific expertise and cultural fit when outsourcing. When hiring an outsourcing agency, it's important to have a clear understanding of their experience, tech stack, and team dynamics. The impact of AI on engineering is transformative, accelerating the development process and changing the priorities for ensuring product-market fit. Personal courage and resilience are key qualities in entrepreneurship, and overcoming challenges is an opportunity for growth. Leaving a legacy of contribution and giving back to the community is an important goal for entrepreneurs. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 00:32 The Problem with Hiring Engineers 02:00 The Job Board Issue 03:26 Culture Fit in Outsourcing 04:10 The Growth of Outsourcing 06:06 Security Risks in Collaboration Tools 07:39 Unique Aspects of the Canadian Market 09:12 Building an International Agency 10:40 Do's and Don'ts of Hiring an Outsourcing Agency 13:59 The Impact of AI on Engineering 20:16 Passion for Seeing Team Growth 21:14 Curiosity about the Impact of AI 24:18 Inspiring Stories of Personal Courage 25:36 Leaving a Legacy of Contribution

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