Tag: Management team

Is it time to reconsider bonuses for startups?

I have long had mixed feelings about bonuses for startups. When I use the term “startup” I am not just referring to the super early stage. But really that stage of growth, including scaling, when companies are burning money chasing […]

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Plan on a page

There is wisdom in simplicity. Simple machines or processes don’t break down as often. Simple messages are more easily remembered. How do you simplify all of your strategic planning for the business into something easily remembered and executed? One tool […]

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Are you an enlightened leader?

With the greatest leader above them, people barely know one existsNext comes one whom they love and praiseNext comes one whom they fearNext comes one whom they despise and defyWhen the leader trusts no one, no one trusts himThe great […]

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War Time CEO, War Time CEO…

Of all the former operators turned VCs, a16z’s Ben Horowitz gets it the most. He truly gets and articulates the struggle that is operating. As a result, he is essential reading for startup CEOs. It is no surprise then that […]

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Elements of a great offsite meeting

It’s that time of year where leadership teams are meeting to plot and plan for the coming year. So, here are some thoughts on how to create a great exec offsite. Actually get offsite Many companies have offices sitting vacant […]

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The personal year end review: 2022 Edition

Each year for the last six years, I have taken a personal offsite. I have moved to a different physical location in order to change context. I have then walked through the year that has just passed and planned for […]

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