Pernix Solutions is a software building company co-founded by former Intel and HP employees. They specialize in extending and building development teams, developing mobile and web apps, and crafting MVPs for startups and entrepreneurs.  In this episode, I chat with Carlos Sirias, founder and CEO of Pernix Solutions. Carlos is located in Costa Rica and we talk about the economic stability of Latin America. We also discuss how that ties into him building an apprentice program, where the company is headed, and more. I have a lot of respect for Carlos and his willingness to give. Whether you’re thinking about building a product or are already in the middle of building one, you need to listen to this episode. Topics In This Episode Apprenticeship program and mission Helping create economic growth in Latin America Why things go wrong in the technology field and how to fix it The economic burn and benefits of an apprenticeship program Scoping for minimal viable product How early experience and behaviors manifest later Success examples Does Pernix Solutions take equity in startups they help through their apprenticeship program? Common mistakes startups and entrepreneurs make starting out Focusing on what makes a startup succeed Becoming employee-owned Contact Info Pernix Solutions Website: pernix-solutions.com Pernix Solutions (company) LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/pernix-solutions/about  Carlos Sirias LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/csirias/  Facebook Twitter Email: [email protected]