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Every Entrepreneur Should Be a Little More Paranoid
Let’s talk about trust. In business, trust is considered a critical factor in great leadership, outstanding customer relationships, and, ultimately, success. But entrepreneurs also need a healthy dose of skepticism, suspicion, and even paranoia.
Don't Confuse Purpose and Profitability
Why are you in business? Are you here to make money? Or are you here to achieve a mission? Hint: it’s a false choice. One of the thorniest issues I see when working with companies is how to reconcile purpose with profitability. There are many different viewpoints on this issue—but since this is my newsletter, you get to hear my personal take. ;)
Business Reflections: What We Learned in 2022
When we stay open to the lessons life has to teach us, we grow. We make better decisions. We iterate faster. We communicate more effectively. So every year around this time, it’s worth looking back on what the year has taught you. And thinking about how you can use those lessons to be smarter, wiser, and happier in the year to come. We polled our consulting team to each share one thing they learned this year with you.
Why Entrepreneurs Need to Talk About Money More
Why are you in business? Most entrepreneurs can answer this question in several ways. They’re dedicated to the company’s mission (which an owner MUST truly believe in). They love building a team, creating jobs, and supporting th economy. And…they’re motivated by money.
Why Friction Makes Doing Business Feel Hard
I’ve got pins in my hand and screws in my knee. Like anybody who’s been around a few decades (or more), my body has taken some wear and tear. I’m extremely grateful for the good health I do have, but there are places in my body that sometimes feel stiff. Stuck. Sticky. My companies are like that, too. And, I’m betting, so is yours.