Likability Can Help Entrepreneurs Succeed
You don’t have to be likable to everyone to be a great entrepreneur, just to the people who count. Of course, we can all point to apparent exceptions, like Ted…
You don’t have to be likable to everyone to be a great entrepreneur, just to the people who count. Of course, we can all point to apparent exceptions, like Ted…
A popular approach for aspiring entrepreneurs these days seems to be to corner anyone who will listen and pitch them on their current “million dollar idea.” The initial monologue usually…
In previous articles, I have occasionally mentioned “red flags” which every potential investor unconsciously listens for. Other writers, like Guy Kawasaki, have irreverently called some of these “entrepreneur lies,” but…
Many entrepreneurs are not prepared for - or actively avoid - conflict. Their vision, passion, and focus are so strong that they can’t imagine someone disagreeing, much less fighting them…
If you want people to invest in your idea, my advice is to write a simple business plan. Don't confuse your business plan with a doctoral thesis or the back…
Too many entrepreneurs confuse motion with momentum and results. We all know someone who repeatedly tells us how “busy” they are, when it’s hard to see what they get done.…
Entrepreneurs always work hard to create an innovative product or service, but often count on standard seller marketing for sales. But the reality is that sellers are no longer in…
Getting things done effectively in a startup requires total individual and team accountability. You can’t afford excuses and multiple people doing the same job. In my view, “taking responsibility” is…
Many startups begin with a great idea but soon falter because of inability to execute. Ideas have to be implemented well to get the desired results. Good implementation requires a…
Startups need to think ahead about key global issues from day one, even if the initial focus is local. This approach, popularly known as “glocalization,” means you have to design…