There's an interview right here with Will Shipley, founder of Delicious Monster and OmniGroup. These are the two companies I immediately cite when someone tells me "I was not aware there was such a thing as a Mac-only software company" as an example of companies making totally kick-ass software. Highlights from the interview:
- Will Shipley was fired from OmniGroup!
- Regarding entrepreneurship, luck is most useful if you are prepared to take advantage of it.
- Q: Do you have any advice for aspiring developers like me? A: Yes: write code. Write lots of programs. All the time. Do anything, and give it away.
You’ll be amazed how much excitement even the simplest of programs generates. I built my reputation by writing freeware apps, and I recommend that approach to everyone.