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6 Approaches To Problem-Solving From Today’s Leaders

Startup Professionals Musings

We are all jealous of the few leaders who seem to get it right more often than not, amassing multiple business successes, such as Jeff Bezos and Sir Richard Branson , while the rest of us struggle to keep up with our smaller domains. Of course, you have to stop talking and start really listening if you want to learn anything from questions.

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5 Entrepreneurship Challenges You Should Not Overlook

Startup Professionals Musings

No formal training courses. Good entrepreneurs find a great personal adventure, like Richard Branson, or great philanthropy, like Bill Gates. Daily attendance is mandatory in order for the business to succeed and be profitable, and the so-called freedom is hard to find. Vacations and time-off don’t happen for years.

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5 Rules Of Relevancy That Set Your New Venture Apart

Startup Professionals Musings

Examples include the Conscious Capitalism® movement, founded by John Mackey of Whole Foods, the B Team , founded by serial entrepreneur Sir Richard Branson, and the Benefit Corporation (B Corp) form of business now available in 35 states. Of course, relevancy doesn’t work if you don’t have a winning business model.

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The Case for Optimism and Risk at Startups

Both Sides of the Table

When I think about the people in our generation I most respect: Elon Musk, Larry Page, Richard Branson – they are optimists to a fault. Of course the naysayers are out again. I, of course, am betting on the former and am not 1% swayed by the doubters. Of course not. Of course we brought in outside experts.

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8 Strategies To Maximize Team Trust In Your Business

Startup Professionals Musings

Everyone knows and admires a few trusted leaders in business, for example, Richard Branson , founder of Virgin Group and Warren Buffett , founder of Berkshire Hathaway. Of course, you should always be available and willing to coach members when requested, or share your experience and skill.

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7 Personal Decisions That Delineate Your Best Startup

Startup Professionals Musings

Of course, if you wait for the perfect time, you may never start. For example, Richard Branson relishes the satisfaction of initiating innovative startups, and rewarding strong team members with the opportunity to run a joint spinoff. Timing is critical for every startup.

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6 Essential Leadership Practices Raise Accountability

Startup Professionals Musings

Richard Branson , who manages many companies, even provides feedback by walking around the cabin and talking directly to his key staff during his Virgin flights. Of course, to make this a culture, you have to overtly reward successes, and avoid negative penalties. We have all heard the excuse of “not enough time.”

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