Building a Business
What Great Leaders Do
A great leader inspires those around them to reach their fullest potential, cultivates leaders, protects culture, and casts a clear vision of the mission.
Successful Remote Work is Fueled by Emotional Intelligence
Recently Inc highlighted a 10-word remote work policy by Gravity Payments CEO, Dan Price. The policy is simple, giving employees the latitude and grace to work in an environment that works for them. Price writes, “If you get your work done, that’s all that matters.”… Read More »Successful Remote Work is Fueled by Emotional Intelligence
Go Slow and Grow Things
Consider going against the grain and nurturing what is most important. A common refrain in the tech world is, “go fast and break things.” And it seems this mantra is widely accepted as sound business advice. Who wouldn’t want to go fast, to get there… Read More »Go Slow and Grow Things
You’re a Media Company Now
The best marketers are storytellers. They sell the emotion, not the product It doesn’t matter whether you sell houses, cupcakes, yoga sessions, or treadmills, you are a media company. Or, at least should be thinking you are. Let’s look at today’s consumers… They care about… Read More »You’re a Media Company Now
We Use Only The Worst Quality Ingredients
These words have never been used in any marketing campaign promoting goods. Who would use the worst? In a world where your competition uses “the best quality ingredients” and offers the “best customer service” or provides the “best value,” you must position yourself as the… Read More »We Use Only The Worst Quality Ingredients
Comparison is the thief of…
In today’s culture, it is nearly impossible to ignore “success.” We are bombarded with images of celebrities, megamansions, exotic sports cars, private jets, and extravagance. Our social media feeds are filled with perfectly crafted photos of avocado toast, beach-ready bodies, impeccably organized homes, and sunsets… Read More »Comparison is the thief of…
The Best Productivity Apps for Entrepreneurs (2022 Edition)
With so many things competing for your time, it can be hard to prioritize and get everything done. Fortunately, there are tons of great productivity apps for entrepreneurs to help streamline your workflow. Whether you’re just starting out, or find yourself drowning in a sea… Read More »The Best Productivity Apps for Entrepreneurs (2022 Edition)
Matt D’Avella on Creator Burnout and Building an Audience for the Long Run
Preface: This week I am doing something very different. I came across an interview with filmmaker, Matt D’Avella, about the stress of constantly creating content. He articulates this so well that I feel it best just to share the introduction of the interview. I encourage… Read More »Matt D’Avella on Creator Burnout and Building an Audience for the Long Run