Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 17, 2022

Very few entrepreneurs have the range of skills and experience to be the solution creator as well as business creator, or operational as well as sales leader. Most entrepreneurs work long hours and weekends to get the job done. The challenge is to recognize and recruit that ideal partner match early with minimal cost and risk.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 15, 2020

The key elements of leadership in a company, both individual and organizational, are less tangible, but very critical in setting a market value for investment, acquisition, or going public. In the investment community, these leadership elements are often called “goodwill.” Execution leadership. Leadership brand development.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

Even after many years mentoring entrepreneurs and advising businesses, I continue to be surprised by the primary focus on products and processes, and the often incidental attention to hiring and nurturing the right people. Subjectively measuring employee engagement. With data and analytics, you can gauge employee engagement accurately.

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YoungUpstarts

AUGUST 3, 2020

In the economy which is driven by consumer demand, business leaders can dig their own grave by laying off workers, as in laying off employees, means weakening the purchasing power of the consumers. So even if we see the whole pandemic from the economic lens, it would not be wise for the businesses to lay off employees on such a large scale.

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The Startup Magazine

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

We interviewed Mr. Abraham Gin, an entrepreneur, business coach, and CEO of Gin Consulting Group , which provides unique leadership development and training platforms. Abraham serves his clients with both forward-looking business growth strategy and digital marketing through leadership applications partners.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 14, 2022

The key elements of leadership in a company, both individual and organizational, are less tangible, but very critical in setting a market value for investment, acquisition, or going public. In the investment community, these leadership elements are often called “goodwill.” Execution leadership. Leadership brand development.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

It seems inherent in the mind of most first-time entrepreneurs that it was their idea, and they must do all the work themselves to make it happen. I saw this challenge highlighted well in a new book, “ Leadership Skills that Inspire Incredible Results ,” by Fred Halstead. You can’t afford the delay.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 30, 2020

One of the things I’ve learned in working with aspiring entrepreneurs is that managing and leading a team is a scary venture into the unknown for many people, even if they have worked as a business professional for years. As an entrepreneur, executive, or team member, you are most impacted by the people you gather around you.

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The Startup Magazine

JUNE 8, 2022

To match pace with rapidly changing technology and strengthen a position in the marketplace, entrepreneurs cannot just rely on the typical qualifications. Entrepreneurs are the captain of a ship, so they have to lead from the front. It will help you encourage your employees and get the most out of them. Leadership Skills.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 21, 2019

Every startup lucky enough to get some traction gets to the point where they decide to hire some “regular employees” for sales, marketing, and administrative tasks. What they should be doing is hiring only “entrepreneurs,” meaning people who think and act as if this is their own business. Employees will lose focus on their work.”

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Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 24, 2021

To complement local face-to-face networking, you can always use one of the many online matchmaking sites that have sprung up in the last few years, like CoFoundersLab and Startbee (think eHarmony™ for entrepreneurs, or Match.com meets LinkedIn). Provide effective leadership. There are several books written on this subject.

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YoungUpstarts

MARCH 4, 2020

You’ve come up with a brilliant business idea, and you’re ready to get started as a brand-new entrepreneur. Are you a Necessity Entrepreneur? Necessity Entrepreneurs Build Exceptional Businesses. Necessity Entrepreneurs are uniquely equipped to build exceptional businesses and inspire meaningful change in their industries.

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Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 23, 2022

Every startup lucky enough to get some traction gets to the point where they decide to hire some “regular employees” for sales, marketing, and administrative tasks. What they should be doing is hiring only “entrepreneurs,” meaning people who think and act as if this is their own business. Employees will lose focus on their work.”

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YoungUpstarts

JUNE 5, 2020

by Deb Boelkes, author of “ Heartfelt Leadership: How to Capture the Top Spot and Keep on Soaring “ A couple months ago, a crisis hit the world — one that changed almost everything about how companies operate. Were you patient as employees struggled to balance their newly remote jobs with home schooling and child care?

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Hearpreneur

MAY 24, 2023

Employees are the backbone of any organization, and their expectations from their employers can have a significant impact on their job satisfaction and overall productivity. To do this, companies need to understand what employees expect from them. To do this, companies need to understand what employees expect from them.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 24, 2023

One of the things I’ve learned in working with aspiring entrepreneurs is that managing and leading a team is a scary venture into the unknown for many people, even if they have worked as a business professional for years. As an entrepreneur, executive, or team member, you are most impacted by the people you gather around you.

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YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 28, 2019

But cash gifts aside, there are plenty of other ways to show your employees that you appreciate their hard work, creativity, and dedication during the season of giving. ” One of the greatest gifts you can give employees is building a culture so great that they can’t imagine working any place else. WOW them with some grace.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 3, 2021

Some of the most common innovation myths that Barbee mentions or I have encountered in my work with entrepreneurs around the world include the following: True innovation can only come from R&D and geniuses. It’s impossible to innovate in a staid complacent culture. Innovations come from people, not culture.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 15, 2022

Thus it behooves every entrepreneur to start watching these things more carefully from the very start. This business phase is where every entrepreneur starts. A particularly critical moment is when the founders hand over the leadership to a more managerial regime. Consider MySpace and Webvan. Geographic expansion.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 19, 2022

Even after many years mentoring entrepreneurs and advising businesses, I continue to be surprised by the primary focus on products and processes, and the often incidental attention to hiring and nurturing the right people. Subjectively measuring employee engagement. With data and analytics, you can gauge employee engagement accurately.

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Analytics Hiring Open Source Employee 303

YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 29, 2020

In the past, working remotely was considered “normal” for entrepreneurs or independent contractors in the gig economy only, but organizations wanted employees, and consultants, to be onsite and working in the office. Employees clearly want and enjoy the flexibility. This greatly narrowed the talent pool. It’s a win-win.

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Technical Review Cofounder Leadership Employee 275

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 15, 2019

Very few entrepreneurs have the range of skills and experience to be the solution creator as well as business creator, or operational as well as sales leader. Most entrepreneurs work long hours and weekends to get the job done. The challenge is to recognize and recruit that ideal partner match early with minimal cost and risk.

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Cofounder Software Review CTO Hire Founder 221

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 5, 2020

Too many entrepreneurs I know still believe that that their great idea will carry the startup, and they may even minimize their own value, especially if they have introvert tendencies. Yet most investors agree that the “idea” is worth nothing alone, and it’s the entrepreneur execution that counts.

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The Startup Magazine

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Traffic from a trusted site like Wikipedia to your website can be powerful in developing new business, attracting employees, forging business partnerships, and building a customer base. This should be all you need to convince your leadership team that inclusion is advantageous. Why your organization needs to care about Wikipedia.

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Hearpreneur

JANUARY 29, 2023

We asked entrepreneurs and business owners about the tough lessons they have learned in 2022. #1- 1- Focus on employee well-being Photo Credit: Dr. Joyce Kahng As the digital age continues to evolve, the well-being of employees should remain at the forefront. Thanks to Thomas Niemczewski, Dream Chasers !

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 26, 2019

As an advisor to business owners, and an occasional angel investor, my job is to separate the actual challenges from the common misconceptions that distract many promising entrepreneurs while building the leadership team required for your solution, marketing, and finance success. Sharing your business ownership increases the risk.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 28, 2019

New entrepreneurs tend to focus only on getting the product right, and assume that the right culture and ethics will come later simply by hiring good people. I saw a good summary of these in a classic book, “ Ethical Leadership ,” by Andrew Leigh, an expert in this area. The reality is different.

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Hearpreneur

JUNE 9, 2023

We asked entrepreneurs and business owners how they deal with economic uncertainty and here are the responses. #1- In a recession, some businesses may lay off talented employees. However, one area that businesses cannot afford to divest from is their own employees. This is a chance for us to be aggressive while others pull back.

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Hearpreneur

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Often entrepreneurs and business owners create their New Year’s Resolutions around their business. We asked entrepreneurs to share their biggest goals and what they were looking forward to in 2021. #1- Our employees are the most valuable parts of our business, and investing in them helps to get their best selves working.

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YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

by Deb Boelkes, author of “ Heartfelt Leadership: How to Capture the Top Spot and Keep on Soaring “ In March, the world suffered a huge shock. Obviously, this is a grim prospect for employees. But it’s also hard on leaders who struggle to deliver the news kindly to employees who may be increasingly fragile.

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The Startup Magazine

JUNE 14, 2023

Studies have found that employee turnover results in businesses losing over $1 trillion annually. This staggering number can affect your company’s bottom line, but by providing the right incentives, you can decrease the cost of poor employee retention. Human nature is to improve and feel valued.

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Employee Retention Salary Programming 158

The Startup Magazine

MARCH 6, 2024

Here you can learn some areas to focus on and what to consider as a new entrepreneur. Focusing on Customer Satisfaction As an entrepreneur, you’ll want to make sure you’re making your customers a top priority. Developing Your Leadership Skills You’re the boss and person in charge as an entrepreneur.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 13, 2018

One of the things I’ve learned in working with aspiring entrepreneurs is that managing and leading a team is a scary venture into the unknown for many people, even if they have worked as a business professional for years. As an entrepreneur, executive, or team member, you are most impacted by the people you gather around you.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Whether you are a business professional in a big company, or an entrepreneur with a startup, innovation is a key strategy. To be successful, and leave a positive legacy, you need a team of motivated employees and loyal customers. Everyone has ideas, but only a few can make them happen.

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NZ Entrepreneur

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

By adopting simplicity as part of your leadership framework, you can improve practice performance without adding more complexity to your employees lives. Your companys vision Its not possible to lead with simplicity until your employees know where the company is going and how you plan to get there.

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Technical Review Due Diligence Framework Leadership 89

The Startup Magazine

JUNE 17, 2021

Accomplished entrepreneurs often pride themselves on being able to spot a gap in the market from a mile away. If the communication with your employees is confined to little more than a regular Zoom meeting or the occasional email chain, there are still many aspects of management and leadership that need to be addressed.

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Analytics Technical Review Social Media Software Review 179

ReadWriteStart

DECEMBER 15, 2022

But I recommend entrepreneurs and prospective business builders consider the Agency Builder model. So an entrepreneur forming a startup studio benefits from having experience in the industry sector they hope to serve. Following the digital agency model for a startup, studio offers significant advantages to entrepreneurs.

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