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Keeping it Simple, with Thanksgiving turkey!
As we approach Thanksgiving this year, I am reminded of much to be thankful for – and reminded that part of succeeding as a startup leader is constantly seeking to achieve excellence efficiently. There are so many things that need doing and developing that we are constantly seeking for ways to accomplish a lot while still cutting out any excess…
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Leadership Lessons from an African Village Headman
When I think of southern Africa, I do not necessarily assume that there are leadership lessons that would be relevant to my U.S.-based entrepreneurial ecosystem. A close encounter and extended conversation with an African Village Headman showed me the brilliance of the solutions they are devising.
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Not Fast Enough
Are you feeling in control, regardless of what you show publicly? Maybe you shouldn’t because one of a startup's powerful advantages is its ability to move quickly. Yet, while essential, harnessing this advantage is challenging for entrepreneurs.
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Balancing Macro and Micro Elements
Successfully leading a startup involves paying attention to both the macro trends that define your field of play as well as the micro-actions required to successfully overcome the challenges before you. To succeed, startup leaders must be able to zoom in and out adroitly to keep both the big, out-of-your-control factors in mind, while focusing on those micro elements and…
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Breadwinner
As an investor, I understand why angels, VCs, and even high-profile early-stage accelerators seek evidence of potential future success when evaluating newer startups. Yet would-be founders and startup fundraisers often find that one of the biggest challenges of building something new is supporting themselves and their families while doing it.
