From 97cd04aa9e9113b2495b8b57123581022a2d10bb Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Jason Liu Date: Fri, 9 Feb 2024 16:31:43 -0500 Subject: [PATCH 1/7] bump --- docs/hiring.md | 30 ++++++++++++++++++++++++------ 1 file changed, 24 insertions(+), 6 deletions(-) diff --git a/docs/hiring.md b/docs/hiring.md index c75255a3..edaa11db 100644 --- a/docs/hiring.md +++ b/docs/hiring.md @@ -1,17 +1,35 @@ # How can I hire you? -If you're are VC or a founder of a fast growing startup and you're looking for a consultant. I could be your guy. Take a look at my [resume](https://jxnl.co) if you'd like. But please take a look at the following before you reach out: +If you're are VC or a founder of a fast growing startup and you're looking for a consultant. I could be your guy. Take a look at my [resume](https://jxnl.co) if yo -## Choosing Projects +Recently I've done less direct engineering work in order to scale my time more effectively. -Recently I've done less direct engineering work in order to scale my time more effectively. In the past I've worked with a number of startups and I've found that the best projects have the following characteristics: +## Two Options -You have a strong engineering team that is looking to build more AI capabilities and need outside help to get started, and accelerate your AI strategy and developement. You want to save time on research by leveraging my expertise to fast track your team months ahead of schedule. +I offer two types of services to help you with your AI strategy, and development, and to help you scale your engineering team. -1. Improving Query understanding and retrieval -2. Developping the right metrics and data flywheels +### Advisory Work (For Founders and VCs) + +For a flat monthly fee of $4000 USD I will be available to your mostly asynchronous and occasionally synchronous. This is a good fit if you are a founder or VC looking for a sounding board, or a second opinion on your AI strategy. + +- I will spend time with you on strategic initiatives such as product direction, outlining technical approaches, hiring, +- You can direct message and call me as necessary when you have questions about anything. There is no hourly rate, and I trust you to use your best judgement regarding +- My focus will be to unblock and provide structured thinking/approaches based on my experiences that will help vou. I will also introduce you to people candidates, other vendors, Investors, etc it it makes sense. +- We can continue this as long as you are getting value from it. +- After getting familiar with you and your product, I may propose follow-on projects if I think that is the best way to help you. + +### Asynchronous Work (For Engineering Teams) + +For more synchronous work, the fees will depend on the leverage and impact I can have on your team. Between leveling up your existing team and helping set up the processes and systems to support them. I find that many teams have a strong engineering culture that just needs a few months of mentorship as they t more AI capabilities and need outside help to get started, and accelerate your AI strategy and developement. You want to save time on research by leveraging my expertise to fast track your team months ahead of schedule. + +I find that many teams are composed of very strong engineers who only need a couple months of support to transition from building software to working with these probabilistic systems. + +1. Improving Query understanding and retrieval systems +2. Developing the right metrics and data flywheels to measure and improve your systems 3. Available to answer questions and provide feedback 4. Introduce you to researchers and specialists in the field +5. Train and coach your the team on the latest techniques and best practices +6. Hiring and recruiting support ## Process From 1e5f70b1dc4da164059dc6349923063515c9f296 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Jason Liu Date: Fri, 9 Feb 2024 18:13:20 -0500 Subject: [PATCH 2/7] clean up --- docs/hiring.md | 27 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 27 insertions(+) diff --git a/docs/hiring.md b/docs/hiring.md index edaa11db..4da64836 100644 --- a/docs/hiring.md +++ b/docs/hiring.md @@ -31,6 +31,33 @@ I find that many teams are composed of very strong engineers who only need a cou 5. Train and coach your the team on the latest techniques and best practices 6. Hiring and recruiting support +## Two Options + +I offer two types of services to assist you with your AI strategy, development, and scaling your engineering team. + +### Advisory Work (For Founders and VCs) + +For a flat monthly fee of $4000 USD, I will be available to you mostly asynchronously and occasionally synchronously. This is a suitable option if you are a founder or VC seeking a sounding board or a second opinion on your AI strategy. + +- I will dedicate time to strategic initiatives such as product direction, outlining technical approaches, and hiring. +- You can direct message and call me as necessary whenever you have questions about anything. There is no hourly rate, and I trust you to use your best judgment. +- My focus will be to unblock and provide structured thinking/approaches based on my experiences that will help you. I will also introduce you to potential candidates, other vendors, investors, etc., if it makes sense. +- We can continue this arrangement as long as you find value in it. +- After becoming familiar with you and your product, I may propose follow-on projects if I believe it is the best way to assist you. + +### Asynchronous Work (For Engineering Teams) + +For more synchronous work, the fees will depend on the leverage and impact I can have on your team. This includes leveling up your existing team and helping establish the processes and systems to support them. I have observed that many teams possess a strong engineering culture that only requires a few months of mentorship as they adopt more AI capabilities. They often need external assistance to kickstart and accelerate their AI strategy and development, allowing them to save time on research by leveraging my expertise to fast-track their progress. + +I have found that many teams consist of highly skilled engineers who only require a couple of months of support to transition from building software to working with these probabilistic systems. + +1. Enhancing query understanding and retrieval systems. +2. Developing the appropriate metrics and data flywheels to measure and improve your systems. +3. Being available to answer questions and provide feedback. +4. Introducing you to researchers and specialists in the field. +5. Training and coaching your team on the latest techniques and best practices. +6. Providing hiring and recruiting support. + ## Process I'm happy to meet you and help you as much as I can to understand if it makes sense for us to work together. I'm happy to help you find the right person if I'm not the right fit. From 41fae0f92715e9f365f5044aeb9f26dc03677114 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Jason Liu Date: Sat, 10 Feb 2024 00:23:31 -0500 Subject: [PATCH 3/7] bump --- docs/hiring.md | 62 +++++++++++++------------------------------------- 1 file changed, 16 insertions(+), 46 deletions(-) diff --git a/docs/hiring.md b/docs/hiring.md index 4da64836..7add4ac5 100644 --- a/docs/hiring.md +++ b/docs/hiring.md @@ -1,62 +1,32 @@ # How can I hire you? -If you're are VC or a founder of a fast growing startup and you're looking for a consultant. I could be your guy. Take a look at my [resume](https://jxnl.co) if yo - -Recently I've done less direct engineering work in order to scale my time more effectively. +Navigating the dynamic landscape of startups and venture capital with an AI focus? I bring a wealth of experience in transforming cutting-edge ideas into practical, scalable solutions. Dive into my background and achievements at my [resume](https://jxnl.co) ## Two Options -I offer two types of services to help you with your AI strategy, and development, and to help you scale your engineering team. - -### Advisory Work (For Founders and VCs) - -For a flat monthly fee of $4000 USD I will be available to your mostly asynchronous and occasionally synchronous. This is a good fit if you are a founder or VC looking for a sounding board, or a second opinion on your AI strategy. - -- I will spend time with you on strategic initiatives such as product direction, outlining technical approaches, hiring, -- You can direct message and call me as necessary when you have questions about anything. There is no hourly rate, and I trust you to use your best judgement regarding -- My focus will be to unblock and provide structured thinking/approaches based on my experiences that will help vou. I will also introduce you to people candidates, other vendors, Investors, etc it it makes sense. -- We can continue this as long as you are getting value from it. -- After getting familiar with you and your product, I may propose follow-on projects if I think that is the best way to help you. - -### Asynchronous Work (For Engineering Teams) - -For more synchronous work, the fees will depend on the leverage and impact I can have on your team. Between leveling up your existing team and helping set up the processes and systems to support them. I find that many teams have a strong engineering culture that just needs a few months of mentorship as they t more AI capabilities and need outside help to get started, and accelerate your AI strategy and developement. You want to save time on research by leveraging my expertise to fast track your team months ahead of schedule. - -I find that many teams are composed of very strong engineers who only need a couple months of support to transition from building software to working with these probabilistic systems. - -1. Improving Query understanding and retrieval systems -2. Developing the right metrics and data flywheels to measure and improve your systems -3. Available to answer questions and provide feedback -4. Introduce you to researchers and specialists in the field -5. Train and coach your the team on the latest techniques and best practices -6. Hiring and recruiting support - -## Two Options +I--- -I offer two types of services to assist you with your AI strategy, development, and scaling your engineering team. +**My Services: Tailored Support for Your AI Ambitions** -### Advisory Work (For Founders and VCs) +I specialize in two distinct services designed to cater to the unique needs of startups, venture capitalists, and engineering teams looking to harness the power of AI: -For a flat monthly fee of $4000 USD, I will be available to you mostly asynchronously and occasionally synchronously. This is a suitable option if you are a founder or VC seeking a sounding board or a second opinion on your AI strategy. +### 1. Strategic Advisory for Founders and VCs -- I will dedicate time to strategic initiatives such as product direction, outlining technical approaches, and hiring. -- You can direct message and call me as necessary whenever you have questions about anything. There is no hourly rate, and I trust you to use your best judgment. -- My focus will be to unblock and provide structured thinking/approaches based on my experiences that will help you. I will also introduce you to potential candidates, other vendors, investors, etc., if it makes sense. -- We can continue this arrangement as long as you find value in it. -- After becoming familiar with you and your product, I may propose follow-on projects if I believe it is the best way to assist you. +I provide a comprehensive advisory service for a flat monthly fee of $4,000. This option is perfect for founders and venture capitalists seeking expert guidance on AI strategy, product development, and team scaling. Here’s what you get: -### Asynchronous Work (For Engineering Teams) +- **Strategic Insights:** My focus will be to unblock and provide structured thinking/approaches based on my experiences that will help you. +- **Async Access:** Reach out to me anytime for advice or a second opinion on crucial decisions. I believe in open communication without the constraints of hourly billing. +- **Network Expansion:** Benefit from my extensive network, including potential candidates, vendors, and investors, to further your business objectives. +- **Long-Term Partnership:** I’m committed to delivering value and fostering growth. Our collaboration can evolve to include suggestions follow-on projects, tailored to your specific needs as I get to know your business better. -For more synchronous work, the fees will depend on the leverage and impact I can have on your team. This includes leveling up your existing team and helping establish the processes and systems to support them. I have observed that many teams possess a strong engineering culture that only requires a few months of mentorship as they adopt more AI capabilities. They often need external assistance to kickstart and accelerate their AI strategy and development, allowing them to save time on research by leveraging my expertise to fast-track their progress. +### 2. Hands-On Support for Engineering Teams -I have found that many teams consist of highly skilled engineers who only require a couple of months of support to transition from building software to working with these probabilistic systems. +This service is designed for teams requiring direct, impactful assistance in integrating AI into their operations. Pricing varies, reflecting the bespoke nature of each project and the level of impact I can deliver. Expect: -1. Enhancing query understanding and retrieval systems. -2. Developing the appropriate metrics and data flywheels to measure and improve your systems. -3. Being available to answer questions and provide feedback. -4. Introducing you to researchers and specialists in the field. -5. Training and coaching your team on the latest techniques and best practices. -6. Providing hiring and recruiting support. +- **Customized Mentorship:** From improving query systems to establishing effective metrics, I’ll work closely with your team to enhance their AI capabilities. +- **Expert Guidance:** Leverage my expertise to accelerate your development process, saving valuable research time and resources. +- **Team Development:** I’ll help level up your team, introducing them to the latest AI techniques and best practices, and even assist in hiring and recruiting top talent. +- **Managment Consulting:** Offer expert advice, strategy development, and actionable solutions to improve business performance, scale operations, and leverage technology effectively. ## Process From b38e44743c2dd7123e499da849027741a9fd94b5 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Jason Liu Date: Sat, 10 Feb 2024 00:34:09 -0500 Subject: [PATCH 4/7] bump --- docs/assessment.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/docs/assessment.md b/docs/assessment.md index 58432511..be1da238 100644 --- a/docs/assessment.md +++ b/docs/assessment.md @@ -56,7 +56,7 @@ The collaboration leads to benefits including: - Fee for Option 1 is 8000 per month - Fee for Option 2 is 16000 per month -- Fee for Option 3 is 20000 per month +- Fee for Option 3 is 22000 per month Fifty percent is due on acceptance, balance is due 30 days after. Afterwards billed at the beginning of every month. From 3392eb57e70851b2307fcb6c4237bfb1e7ff43a8 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Jason Liu Date: Tue, 13 Feb 2024 12:32:48 -0500 Subject: [PATCH 5/7] bump doc --- docs/hiring.md | 58 ++++++++++++++++++++++++-------------------------- 1 file changed, 28 insertions(+), 30 deletions(-) diff --git a/docs/hiring.md b/docs/hiring.md index 7add4ac5..b70de662 100644 --- a/docs/hiring.md +++ b/docs/hiring.md @@ -1,36 +1,14 @@ # How can I hire you? -Navigating the dynamic landscape of startups and venture capital with an AI focus? I bring a wealth of experience in transforming cutting-edge ideas into practical, scalable solutions. Dive into my background and achievements at my [resume](https://jxnl.co) +I offer a mix of consulting and advisory work for VCs and fast growing startups interesting in applying machine learning and AI, if you want to learn more about my work you can check out my [resume](https://jxnl.co) -## Two Options - -I--- - -**My Services: Tailored Support for Your AI Ambitions** - -I specialize in two distinct services designed to cater to the unique needs of startups, venture capitalists, and engineering teams looking to harness the power of AI: - -### 1. Strategic Advisory for Founders and VCs - -I provide a comprehensive advisory service for a flat monthly fee of $4,000. This option is perfect for founders and venture capitalists seeking expert guidance on AI strategy, product development, and team scaling. Here’s what you get: - -- **Strategic Insights:** My focus will be to unblock and provide structured thinking/approaches based on my experiences that will help you. -- **Async Access:** Reach out to me anytime for advice or a second opinion on crucial decisions. I believe in open communication without the constraints of hourly billing. -- **Network Expansion:** Benefit from my extensive network, including potential candidates, vendors, and investors, to further your business objectives. -- **Long-Term Partnership:** I’m committed to delivering value and fostering growth. Our collaboration can evolve to include suggestions follow-on projects, tailored to your specific needs as I get to know your business better. - -### 2. Hands-On Support for Engineering Teams +Recently I've done less direct engineering work in order to scale my time more effectively. In the past I've worked with a number of startups and I've found that the best projects have the following characteristics: -This service is designed for teams requiring direct, impactful assistance in integrating AI into their operations. Pricing varies, reflecting the bespoke nature of each project and the level of impact I can deliver. Expect: - -- **Customized Mentorship:** From improving query systems to establishing effective metrics, I’ll work closely with your team to enhance their AI capabilities. -- **Expert Guidance:** Leverage my expertise to accelerate your development process, saving valuable research time and resources. -- **Team Development:** I’ll help level up your team, introducing them to the latest AI techniques and best practices, and even assist in hiring and recruiting top talent. -- **Managment Consulting:** Offer expert advice, strategy development, and actionable solutions to improve business performance, scale operations, and leverage technology effectively. +You have a strong engineering team that is looking to build more AI capabilities and need outside help to get started, and accelerate your AI strategy and developement. You want to save time on research by leveraging my expertise to fast track your team months ahead of schedule. ## Process -I'm happy to meet you and help you as much as I can to understand if it makes sense for us to work together. I'm happy to help you find the right person if I'm not the right fit. +I'm happy to meet you and help you as much as I can to understand if it makes sense for us to work together, will help you find the right person if I'm not the right fit. If you want to learn more about the [options](#two-options) I offer, or if you want to learn more about my [previous clients](#previous-clients) certainly reach out. What I do will after meeting is write up a proposal [Sitatuational Assessment](./assessment.md) @@ -48,11 +26,31 @@ These are clients I've work with recently to augment their retrieval systems, ag - [Trunk Tools](https://trunktools.com/): Trunk Tools addresses the skilled labor shortage in construction, enhancing workforce productivity through AI-based tools. - [New Computer](http://new.computer): Dot by New Computer is an intelligent guide designed to help you remember, organize, and navigate your life. - [Kay.ai](http://Kay.ai): Retrieve relevant context from the semantic web for your LLM apps with fully hosted embeddings. +- [Modal Labs](https://modal.com/): Modal specializes in cloud functions, offering a platform for running generative AI models, large-scale batch jobs, and more. +- [Pydantic](http://pydantic.dev): Pydantic provides data validation and settings management using Python type annotations, enforcing type hints at runtime with user-friendly error handling. +- [Weights & Biases](https://wandb.ai/): Wandb provides a platform for tracking machine learning experiments, offering tools for visualization, comparison, and collaboration in ML projects. + +## Two Options + +I offer two types of services, depending on your needs: + +### 1. Strategic Advisory for Founders and VCs + +Advisory service for a flat monthly fee of $4,000. This option is perfect for founders and venture capitalists looking expert guidance on AI strategy, product development, and scaling out the team. Here’s what you get: + +- **Strategic Insights:** My focus will be to unblock and provide structured thinking/approaches based on my experiences that will help you. +- **Async Access:** Reach out to me anytime for advice or a second opinion on crucial decisions. I believe in open communication without the constraints of hourly billing. +- **Long-Term Partnership:** I’m committed to delivering value and fostering growth. Our collaboration can evolve to include suggestions follow-on projects, tak=ilored to your specific needs as I get to know your business better. + +### 2. Hands-On Support for Engineering Teams + +This service is designed for teams requiring direct, impactful assistance in integrating AI into their operations. Pricing varies, reflecting the bespoke nature of each project and the level of impact I can deliver. Expect: + +- **Customized Mentorship:** From improving query systems to establishing effective metrics, I’ll work closely with your team to enhance their AI capabilities. +- **Expert Guidance:** Leverage my expertise to accelerate your development process, saving valuable research time and resources. +- **Team Development:** I’ll help level up your team, introducing them to the latest AI techniques and best practices, and even assist in hiring and recruiting top talent. +- **Managment Consulting:** Offer expert advice, strategy development, and actionable solutions to improve business performance, scale operations, and leverage technology effectively. ### Writing Clients and Partners I create technical writing for a number of companies. I'm happy to work with you to create content that is useful for your audience. - -- [Modal Labs](https://modal.com/): Modal specializes in cloud functions, offering a platform for running generative AI models, large-scale batch jobs, and more. -- [Pydantic](http://pydantic.dev): Pydantic provides data validation and settings management using Python type annotations, enforcing type hints at runtime with user-friendly error handling. -- [Weights & Biases](https://wandb.ai/): Wandb provides a platform for tracking machine learning experiments, offering tools for visualization, comparison, and collaboration in ML projects. From d544aa75be923a44b82fe431a2ba0ca5fab3abaa Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Jason Liu Date: Tue, 13 Feb 2024 12:33:11 -0500 Subject: [PATCH 6/7] remove --- docs/hiring.md | 4 ---- 1 file changed, 4 deletions(-) diff --git a/docs/hiring.md b/docs/hiring.md index b70de662..daeadcac 100644 --- a/docs/hiring.md +++ b/docs/hiring.md @@ -50,7 +50,3 @@ This service is designed for teams requiring direct, impactful assistance in int - **Expert Guidance:** Leverage my expertise to accelerate your development process, saving valuable research time and resources. - **Team Development:** I’ll help level up your team, introducing them to the latest AI techniques and best practices, and even assist in hiring and recruiting top talent. - **Managment Consulting:** Offer expert advice, strategy development, and actionable solutions to improve business performance, scale operations, and leverage technology effectively. - -### Writing Clients and Partners - -I create technical writing for a number of companies. I'm happy to work with you to create content that is useful for your audience. From 30f19ccbf27495e47118732cd77665fe24dd913f Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Jason Liu Date: Tue, 13 Feb 2024 12:34:54 -0500 Subject: [PATCH 7/7] bump --- docs/hiring.md | 9 +++++---- 1 file changed, 5 insertions(+), 4 deletions(-) diff --git a/docs/hiring.md b/docs/hiring.md index daeadcac..631d80e2 100644 --- a/docs/hiring.md +++ b/docs/hiring.md @@ -44,9 +44,10 @@ Advisory service for a flat monthly fee of $4,000. This option is perfect for fo ### 2. Hands-On Support for Engineering Teams -This service is designed for teams requiring direct, impactful assistance in integrating AI into their operations. Pricing varies, reflecting the bespoke nature of each project and the level of impact I can deliver. Expect: +This is mostly done in the form of a retainer, where I work with your team to help them level up their AI capabilities. This option is perfect for engineering teams looking to accelerate their AI development process, evaluate new technologies, and improve their AI capabilities, and effectively train your engineering to think about AI in a more strategic way. -- **Customized Mentorship:** From improving query systems to establishing effective metrics, I’ll work closely with your team to enhance their AI capabilities. -- **Expert Guidance:** Leverage my expertise to accelerate your development process, saving valuable research time and resources. +- **Ad hoc research:** I’ll help your team evaluate new technologies, and provide guidance on how to best leverage them. +- **Data Flywheel:** I’ll help your team develop a data flywheel, and help them think about how to best leverage it to improve your AI capabilities. +- **Mentorship:** From improving query systems to establishing effective metrics, I’ll work closely with your team to enhance their AI capabilities. +- **Guidance:** Leverage my expertise to accelerate your development process, saving valuable research time and resources. - **Team Development:** I’ll help level up your team, introducing them to the latest AI techniques and best practices, and even assist in hiring and recruiting top talent. -- **Managment Consulting:** Offer expert advice, strategy development, and actionable solutions to improve business performance, scale operations, and leverage technology effectively.