This is the 2nd installment about startup planning and execution based on the concept of “Ready, Aim, Fire” – a time-tested, tried-and-true adage that applies as much to the subject at hand as to shooting a gun or a bow and arrow or playing golf. In Part 1, the focus was on perhaps the most common failure  Continue Reading »

Thoughtfully selecting and effectively working with your investor board members and independent board members (who are not typically investors in the business but asked to join the board to add value in a particular area of expertise) are incredibly important skills for entrepreneurs that are rarely discussed and can have a major impact on your  Continue Reading »

Ready!  Aim!  Fire! It’s a very old, tried and true adage.  This legendarily accepted process of operations works universally whether shooting a gun, a bow and arrow, playing golf, or leading a team to achieve an objective.  Prepare or ready yourself for the intended action; take aim on the objective and goals; and then fire,  Continue Reading »

Be authentic. Figure out your values and who you are, and be true to both. Trying to be who you aren’t will impede your company and your career progress. Dare to follow a path unique to you. Take risks and be curious. Build specific skill sets and gain unique experiences each step along your career  Continue Reading »