PinnedPublished inFounders ResearchRethinking Founder Mode: What Really Drives Startup Success?Recently, the concept of “Founder Mode” has ignited debates across Silicon Valley. Paul Graham’s essay on the subject, and its endorsement…Oct 11Oct 11
Published inFounders ResearchThe Narcissistic Founder Syndrome: How Overconfidence, Self-Centeredness, and Unilateral Decisions…Confidence is essential for founders but it’s a potential Achilles Heel. Founders need to believe in their vision, their product, and their…Oct 11Oct 11
Published inThe Startup CoachIs Your Ego Destroying Your Leadership?Our research on almost 2000 leaders suggests that self-confidence is an important factor in effective leadership. However, this is not as…Feb 24, 20211Feb 24, 20211
Published inThe Startup CoachFive Approaches to Effective Decision MakingThere are many approaches to making an effective decisionFeb 22, 2021Feb 22, 2021
Published inThe Startup CoachHow to Improve Your Team’s Decision MakingThe most powerful method for improving the quality of your decisions is to follow a disciplined decision-making process. Decisions are…Feb 11, 2021Feb 11, 2021
Published inThe Startup CoachHow Leader Bias Can Result in Business FailureThere is an old saying, “Leaders are paid to make decisions.” Whether in business or any other field, making decisions is one of the most…Feb 11, 2021Feb 11, 2021
Published inThe Startup CoachCreating Buy-inThere’s a common understanding that executives are hired to make decisions. True enough. But they are also hired to insure that the…Sep 14, 2020Sep 14, 2020
Published inThe Startup CoachPsychological Safety and Creating Open DialogueGood communication is vital for effective functioning of any team. However, if you have ever been on a team where the team leader openly…Sep 14, 2020Sep 14, 2020
Published inThe Startup CoachInspiring Your Team in Good Times and BadGood things happen when people are motivated and inspired. Creative juices flow, ideas proliferate, people work harder, productivity rises…Sep 13, 2020Sep 13, 2020