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Startup Professionals Musings
SEPTEMBER 7, 2022
The challenge is when and how to make the switch to the entrepreneur lifestyle. As a mentor to young aspiring entrepreneurs , I often get asked for tips on a strategy to get started. Check out local sources for coaching and assistance. Remember that investors tend to fund entrepreneurs, not ideas.
Both Sides of the Table
NOVEMBER 19, 2009
(In case it’s not obvious it’s a play on the Nike slogan, “Just Do It.&# ) I believe that being successful as an entrepreneur requires you to get lots of things done. Entrepreneurs make fast decisions and move forward knowing that at best 70% of their decisions are going to be right. This paralyzes most people.
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Startup Professionals Musings
AUGUST 30, 2013
Everyone recognizes a great entrepreneur when they work with one, but most entrepreneurs don’t know what to look for in themselves that will drive that perception by others. The points are great, but can be made even simpler and more actionable by adapting then to the world of the entrepreneur: Demonstrate character.
Both Sides of the Table
AUGUST 10, 2013
It’s only 12 minutes long and if you’re a first-time entrepreneur (or second time, frankly) I encourage you to watch it if for nothing else than to get a sense that your struggles are universal. Startups are filled with enormously talented people – often product people & engineers. ” We learn from mistakes.
Both Sides of the Table
JANUARY 2, 2014
Many startups these days are started by young, technical or product founders who are in the idealistic phase of their lives and careers. It’s why I called out the importance of “executive coaches” in this post. Given how important people management is it’s surprising more of us don’t have group coaches.
Startup Professionals Musings
MAY 14, 2014
Sponsored by VISA Business Running a small business as an entrepreneur is a never-ending challenge of new products, customers, competitors, and an unpredictable economy. Too many entrepreneurs never find the time to reflect on the positives of their lifestyle, or even take a break. Choosing entrepreneurship is no exception.
Startup Professionals Musings
MARCH 21, 2016
The reality is that entrepreneurs usually don’t have the money or time for executive recruiters to do the filtering and selection for them. The most effective and productive team members are positive, driven and want to be measured by results rather than hear work hours, perks or stock options. Motivation and commitment to results.
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