Relational vs. Transactional Communication June 19, 2019 Every time a founder interacts with an employee, an opportunity exists to either strengthen or weaken the relationship.... Read more
Multiple Personalities May 20, 2019 Meet Randall. Randall joined your startup early. He’s been with you for years. He’s been dependable and effective.... Read more
Habits vs Rituals May 13, 2019 Does your company have habits or rituals? Habit: a settled or regular tendency or practice, especially one that... Read more
One-On-One April 8, 2019 So many of us fear it. We try and strike it from our minds. We look for reasons... Read more
Interrogation Time April 1, 2019 A CEO has three primary functions — setting priorities, making sure the company is properly resourced, and getting the right... Read more
You Have To Fight March 14, 2019 “The aim of argument and of discussion should not be victory, but progress.” Joseph Joubert Read more
Find Your Rhythm February 9, 2019 Well-run startups have a rhythm. It’s unmistakable. They either have it or they don’t. I’m not talking about... Read more
From Lies To Reflection To Prediction. January 2, 2019 I had the good fortune recently to listen to a talk delivered by the former CEO/Founder of Jama... Read more
Giving Thanks November 20, 2018 It’s a common scene. We sit around the Thanksgiving table, raise a glass to our loved ones and... Read more
How Investors Think November 2, 2018 Fundraising is not easy. However, two simple rules can improve your chances: know your audience, and be truthful.... Read more
Everything Comes Down To Trust — Finding the Right Co-Founder For Your Start-up October 24, 2018 The other day someone asked me how to find the right co-founder for their startup. This is what... Read more
Recognize the Signs of a Depleted Emotional Gas Tank October 22, 2018 I’ve learned to pay attention to my little clues. I wake up feeling unrested. I’m in a conversation,... Read more
Identify Your ICP to Find Your Ideal Match October 8, 2018 The biggest myth (or outright lie) I’ve heard in the market is: A good product sells itself. This... Read more
Starters and Finishers: We Need Each Other September 21, 2018 When a creative idea pops into my head, I’m consumed. All non-autonomic functions are redirected. If you were... Read more
Origin Stories June 27, 2018 I’ve long been curious about why founders start what they start. So I’ve more regularly started to ask,... Read more