Empresario tecnológico

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Related roles: Startup Founder, Tech Startup CEO, Tech Entrepreneur, Innovator in Technology, Digital Product Manager, Tech Startup Consultant, Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Technology Strategist, Tech Venture Capitalist, Tech Startup Advisor

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Startup Founder, Tech Startup CEO, Tech Entrepreneur, Innovator in Technology, Digital Product Manager, Tech Startup Consultant, Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Technology Strategist, Tech Venture Capitalist, Tech Startup Advisor

Descripción del trabajo

Every world-changing idea starts small — in a garage, a dorm room, or a shared workspace. A Tech Entrepreneur is the person who turns those ideas into real products and businesses. They spot problems, imagine better solutions, and use technology to build them.

Tech entrepreneurs work at the intersection of creativity, business, and innovation. They might launch a mobile app, a software platform, or a hardware product that solves a modern challenge — whether it’s making education more accessible, improving healthcare, or helping businesses run smarter.

They don’t just build products — they build companies. This involves assembling a team, developing a business model, pitching to investors, marketing to users, and scaling operations. It’s a career for someone who enjoys solving problems, taking risks, and leading people toward a shared vision!

Aspectos gratificantes de la carrera
  • Seeing your idea grow from a sketch to a real product used by people around the world.
  • Leading a passionate team that’s excited about innovation.
  • Creating jobs and opportunities in your community or beyond.
  • Making an impact by solving real-world problems with technology.
  • Enjoying the flexibility and independence of running your own business.
2025 Employment
900,000
2035 Projected Employment
1,200,000
La primicia
Responsabilidades del trabajo

Horario de trabajo

Tech entrepreneurs usually set their own schedules, but it’s rarely a 9-to-5 job. Long days and late nights are common, especially during product development or fundraising. Travel may be required for conferences, networking, or investor meetings.

Tareas típicas

  • Develop and test innovative tech products or services.
  • Build and lead a team of engineers, designers, marketers, and business partners.
  • Pitch ideas to investors, venture capital firms, or incubators.
  • Oversee product launches, marketing strategies, and customer growth.
  • Manage budgets, cash flow, and business operations.
  • Track industry trends and competitors.
  • Adapt strategies based on user feedback and market response.

Responsabilidades adicionales

  • Attending tech conferences, startup expos, and pitch events to build connections.
  • Collaborating with accelerators, incubators, and mentors for business growth.
  • Protecting intellectual property through patents, trademarks, or copyrights.
  • Negotiating partnerships, acquisitions, or funding deals.
  • Mentoring other aspiring founders and contributing to the startup ecosystem.
Un día en la vida

A typical day begins with checking emails and messages from team members, investors, and customers — often from multiple time zones. Mornings might include reviewing development milestones or testing a new feature. Midday is filled with team meetings, strategy sessions, or demo presentations.

Afternoons are spent pitching to potential investors or refining business models. Evenings might involve networking events or working late with the engineering team to fix a bug before launch.

As Tony Zorc, Founder & CEO of Accounting Seed, put it, “As we navigate a future that may seem bleak, we must recognize the opportunities in front of us — opportunities that iconoclasts are poised to see and take advantage of.”

Habilidades necesarias en el trabajo

Soft Skills:

  • Liderazgo
  • Visionary thinking
  • Comunicación
  • Negociación
  • Adaptabilidad
  • Resolución de problemas
  • Resiliencia
  • Pensamiento estratégico
  • Creatividad
  • Toma de decisiones
  • Gestión del tiempo
  • Team building

Technical Skills:

  • Product development and UX/UI fundamentals
  • Software or hardware knowledge (depending on product)
  • Business strategy and financial literacy
  • Digital marketing and analytics
  • Project management tools
  • Intellectual property basics
  • Fundraising and pitching
  • Coding or understanding tech stacks (advantageous)
  • Cybersecurity awareness
  • Análisis de datos
Different Types of Tech Entrepreneurs
  • Software Entrepreneurs: Build apps, platforms, and SaaS tools.
  • Hardware Entrepreneurs: Develop gadgets, wearables, or IoT devices.
  • Social Entrepreneurs: Use technology for education, environment, or healthcare impact.
  • Serial Entrepreneurs: Launch multiple startups over time.
  • Deep Tech Founders: Work on advanced innovations like AI, biotech, or robotics.
Diferentes tipos de organizaciones
  • Startups and tech incubators
  • Venture-backed companies
  • Tech cooperatives or collectives
  • Accelerators and innovation hubs
  • Digital agencies or software development studios
Expectativas y sacrificios

Tech entrepreneurs are expected to be highly resilient, adaptable, and deeply committed to their ventures. Their work often involves long, unpredictable hours that extend beyond a typical 9-to-5 schedule, including evenings and weekends. They must juggle diverse responsibilities such as product development, team leadership, fundraising, and customer relations, all while navigating high-pressure environments. 

Sacrifices often include personal time, family life, and mental well-being, especially during the early stages of launching and growing a startup. Entrepreneurs frequently forgo vacations and work extensive hours to turn their vision into reality. Despite these challenges, many find the relentless effort rewarding due to the freedom, creativity, and potential for impact that entrepreneurship offers.​

Tendencias actuales
  • AI and Automation: Founders are integrating artificial intelligence into everyday products.
  • Sustainability and Impact Tech: Startups are building solutions for climate change, renewable energy, and green innovations.
  • No-Code Platforms: More entrepreneurs can build apps without deep coding knowledge.
  • Remote Work & Global Teams: Companies are launching globally from anywhere.
  • Blockchain and Web3: Founders are exploring decentralized applications and digital finance models.
¿Qué tipo de cosas disfrutaba la gente de esta carrera cuando era joven...

Most future tech entrepreneurs likely enjoyed exploring and experimenting with technology, computers, and gadgets from a young age. They may have built their own software projects, tinkered with electronics, or played video games that sparked an interest in coding and innovation. Many were curious problem-solvers who enjoyed coming up with creative solutions and building things independently. Some also showed an early passion for business by starting small ventures or selling homemade products. These childhood interests often laid the foundation for their entrepreneurial mindset and drive to create impactful tech solutions later in life.

Educación y formación necesarias
  • Tech Entrepreneurs often hold a bachelor’s degree in a technical field, or in business, finance, or economics. An MBA with a specific tech-oriented focus is even better!
  • While a degree isn’t necessary, at a minimum Tech Entrepreneurs need to be experts in whatever product or service they intend to market, They must also have a strong business foundation, no matter how that education is obtained
  • Many Tech Entrepreneur hopefuls major in a tech field and minor in business. Some augment their studies with business courses from sites like edX, Coursera, and LinkedIn Learning
    • There are plenty of free business resources available at Harvard Business School Online
  • Los cursos más comunes incluyen presupuestos, finanzas, contabilidad, marketing y ventas, gestión de proyectos, liderazgo y comunicación.
  • Tech Entrepreneurs must understand their target customers and how to best engage them via social platforms. Popular apps and sites include TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, LinkedIn, Snapchat, Twitter, WhatsApp, Telegram, Reddit, and Quora
  • Los bootcamps de marketing digital, como el curso de estrategia de marketing digital de Harvard o el curso de marketing digital de Udacity, pueden ayudarle a difundir su mensaje de forma eficaz.
  • Programs like HubSpot, Sprout Social, Google Analytics, and Tapinfluence can boost user engagement so your tech business can blow up!
  • In the beginning, Tech Entrepreneurs may be doing a lot of basic legwork themselves until they can hire others. When the time comes to onboard employees, they will need to learn how to:
    • obtener un EIN (número de identificación patronal)
    • inscribirse en el departamento de trabajo
    • contratar un seguro de accidentes laborales
    • establecer nóminas y retenciones fiscales y otros formularios fiscales como los W-4 y los I-9
    • garantizar la admisibilidad de los trabajadores para trabajar
    • garantizar prácticas de contratación justas
    • mostrar los avisos obligatorios sobre los derechos de los trabajadores
    • crear un lugar de trabajo seguro
    • facilitar a los trabajadores el acceso a las políticas aplicables de la empresa
    • gestionar los expedientes del personal y establecer programas de prestaciones 
Cosas que hacer en el instituto y la universidad
  • Tech Entrepreneurs must be experts in the product or service they want to offer. They must also master the art of sales and marketing so they can grow their business. Go to our Program Finder in the Education Tab and there are a lot of online courses that can teach just about everything needed to start a business. 
  • Consider the problem(s) you want your tech solution to address, and work on your business plan as you go 
  • Enroll in English, math, accounting, finance, marketing, business courses, and speech. Consider taking classes in graphic design, mass communication, social media marketing strategy, and digital advertising
  • Volunteer for school projects where you can learn about project management, leadership, teamwork, and conflict resolution
  • Learn to use basic digital tools for accounting, financial management, Client Relationship Management, workflow automation, file sharing, and risk assessment 
  • Lance un sitio web y establezca su presencia en las redes sociales. Estudiar SEO, marketing en buscadores y herramientas analíticas. 
  • Apply for business technology intern jobs to gain work experience
  • Read up on successful Tech Entrepreneurs like Steve Jobs (Apple), Daniel Ek (Spotify), Mark Zuckerberg (Meta), Brain Chesky (Airbnb), Travis Kalanick (Uber), Jack Dorsey (Twitter), Brain Acton (WhatsApp), Jeff Bezos (Amazon), Elon Musk (PayPal), and others. Many have gone on to launch other successful ventures
  • Check out Verifone’s Tech Entrepreneurs Share Their Secrets to Success and Mensch’s 50 Tech Entrepreneurs To Watch In 2021 to gain inspiration and insights
  • Consider taking a MasterClass like Sara Blakey Teaches Self-Made Entrepreneurship
  • Grow your LinkedIn influence by writing and sharing articles. Use your college’s alumni network to make new connections
  • Learn about intellectual property rights and patent your tech inventions when feasible 
  • Consult a personal branding expert who can help you polish your public persona
  • Get in touch with your school’s business incubator or startup accelerator programs to see what they might offer
  • Read about Angel Investors and Venture Capitalists who might be able to boost your launch with an injection of cash!
THINGS TO LOOK FOR IN AN EDUCATION AND TRAINING PROGRAM

Look for programs that combine technical skills with business strategy, provide access to incubators or innovation labs, and encourage real-world project building.

Top programs include:

  • Stanford University – School of Engineering & Graduate School of Business
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology – Entrepreneurship & Innovation Track
  • University of California, Berkeley – Sutardja Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology
Cómo conseguir tu primer trabajo
  • Las prácticas en empresas son una excelente manera de adquirir experiencia antes de lanzar tu propia empresa.
  • Since Tech Entrepreneurs are self-employed, there is not a simple path to “getting the job.” You have to create the job yourself!
  • Be ready to put in long hours to develop your idea into a feasible product or service. Create a rock-solid business plan that lenders or investors can get behind
    • It can take months or even years to launch a successful tech enterprise, so have a plan to stay afloat and pay your own bills as you progress
  • Do diligent research! Study the market to ensure a genuine need for your product or service. Be objective and realistic about your goals
  • Attend StartUp School, created by Y Combinator, probably the most respected Accelerator out there.
  • Learn the essentials at Y Combinator's StartUp Library: https://www.ycombinator.com/library
  • Create an MVP: minimum viable product https://leanstartup.co/what-is-an-mvp/
  • Create a pitch deck: https://www.ycombinator.com/library/2u-how-to-build-your-seed-round-pitch-deck
  • Apply and attend to an accelerator or incubator: https://altar.io/best-startup-accelerators-usa/
  • Pitch your Startup:  https://www.ycombinator.com/library/6q-how-to-pitch-your-startup
  • Usually you start with a pre-seed round, then seed, Series A, B, C: https://www.upcounsel.com/funding-round-meaning
Cómo subir la escalera
  • Scale your product from prototype to a viable business by focusing on iterative development and user feedback.
  • Build and nurture a loyal user base through effective marketing, customer service, and continuous product improvement.
  • Secure funding through self-funding, venture capital, angel investors, or crowdfunding to fuel growth.
  • Develop leadership skills to manage teams and cultivate a strong company culture.
  • Hone strategic planning capabilities for business growth, market expansion, and adaptability.
  • Stay informed about emerging technologies, industry trends, and market shifts to maintain competitiveness.
  • Diversify your skillset by exploring new technologies or launching additional ventures.
  • Mentor other entrepreneurs and actively build your personal brand as a thought leader in the tech community.
  • Participate in industry networks, conferences, and learning opportunities to stay connected and inspired.
  • Focus on both technical and business acumen, balancing innovation with sound management practices.
Recursos recomendados

Páginas web

  • 500 sombreros
  • AllBusiness
  • AllThingsD
  • AngelList Venture
  • AudienceBloom
  • Descarado
  • Oficina de Estadísticas Laborales
  • Herramientas para empresarios
  • Chic CEO
  • Copyblogger
  • Crunchbase
  • Esponja de diseño Biz Ladies
  • Dutiee
  • Entrepreneur.com
  • EpicLaunch
  • Escapar del país de los cubículos
  • Comisión Federal de Comercio
  • Forbes
  • ForbesMujeres
  • Para empresarios
  • Fundación Forte
  • Franquicia.org
  • Google Analytics
  • Harvard Business Review
  • HubSpot
  • Inc. Revista
  • Investopedia
  • Mashable
  • Medio
  • Microsoft
  • Mixergy
  • KISSmetrics de Neil Patel
  • Noobpreneur
  • OneVest
  • Paul Graham
  • ProBlogger
  • QuickSprout
  • Quora
  • Reddit:startups
  • SaaStr
  • Sección de empresas propiedad de veteranos de la SBA
  • SCORE.org
  • Administración de Pequeñas Empresas
  • Social Media Examiner
  • Sprout Social
  • Startup Company Lawyer.com
  • Startup Donut
  • Tapinfluencia
  • Tara Gentile
  • La red BOSS
  • Consejero Delegado menor de 30 años
  • VentureBlog

Libros

Plan B Careers

Being a tech entrepreneur is an exciting and challenging career path, but if you’re curious about some related occupations, consider the list below!

  • Jefe de producto
  • UX/UI Designer
  • Desarrollador de software
  • Analista de negocio
  • Digital Marketing Specialist
  • Innovation Consultant
  • Jefe de proyecto
  • Venture Capital Analyst

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