Breakout Toolkit: How to Build a Great Team for the Breakout Hackathon

This is the first of our Breakout Toolkit series, a set of tips to help you make the most of the hackathon.

Great projects start with great teams.

During the Breakout Hackathon, collaboration is key, and we've made it easy to connect with fellow participants through Colosseum's team-building features.

If you're searching for a technical cofounder, developer, designer, product manager, or community manager, Colosseum's platform is the place to find the right teammates to fill vital roles.

✅ Things to Consider:

• Complementary Skills: Balance your team with development, product design, and marketing/community expertise.
• Clear Roles & Responsibilities: Define who owns what to keep your workflow efficient.
• Alignment on Vision: Ensure everyone shares enthusiasm and commitment to the project idea.
• Availability: Agree upfront on how much time each member can realistically contribute.

💡 Tips for Finding the Right People:

• Engage Early: Post your idea clearly and in detail in the Colosseum forums.
• Vet Skills Thoroughly: Ask potential teammates for examples of previous work or experience.
• Prioritize Motivation: Look for passion and eagerness, not just technical expertise.
• Bring in Different Viewpoints: Teams with a mix of backgrounds and thinking styles lead to more creative solutions.

Now it's your turn to connect, collaborate, and build something incredible together.

Use the Colosseum forums to post your project idea, find a cofounder, or look for a team.

Let's see your Breakout ideas come to life!