Entrepreneurs' Organization

AUGUST 10, 2020

Contributed by Shawn Johal, business growth coach, leadership speaker and co-founder of DALS Lighting, Inc. Time definitely flies! I had the incredible privilege of being trained at one of the best schools for leadership in the world: Newell-Rubbermaid. Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new.”

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This is going to be BIG.

DECEMBER 4, 2013

When governments go through leadership changes, it is generally expected that their whole staff gets replaced. Jenn has also taught at General Assembly--and if you''re going to get government online, you''re definitely going to have to do some teaching. It''s a bit weird to comprehend for those on the outside.

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Smart Hustle Magazine

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

Take advantage of the leadership position you’re in and educate people on it. Maybe, But Differentiation Definitely Can appeared first on SmartHustle.com with Ramon Ray. However, he emphasizes that you are the leader. . You need to create a solution that other people aren’t using yet because they don’t realize it exists.

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Smart Hustle Magazine

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

Ryan Westwood is a man on a mission to spread leadership principles to his team, his one page business plan is one of the keys to his success. Amy Osmond Cook, CMO of Simplus shared with me the "inside" story of how this deal came to be - it's all about leadership and focus. The post This CEO's Leadership Worth $250 Million.

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Both Sides of the Table

OCTOBER 19, 2014

So this was definitely an introduction I was going to take. International team with development in a country known for building great games and tech companies plus leadership in our home court of LA, one of the monetization capitals of the country. Ability to build without a massive budget. Get more cash even before end proof.

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Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 28, 2010

That’s the classic definition of Grin Fucking. Privately you all acknowledge that nobody believes in it yet we’re letting our leadership continue to invest our money and reputation on something we know is going to fail because it has no real basis. Unsurprisingly, this one way best. The title IS the post.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JUNE 2, 2021

Recently, I spoke to a group of new managers at our company about the crucial lessons I’ve learned in my own leadership journey. One of the definitions of a great leader is someone who inspires and empowers others to do their best work, which requires knowing when to delegate and how to do it well.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 21, 2020

Contributed by Shawn Johal, business growth coach, leadership speaker and co-founder of DALS Lighting, Inc. Weekends and weekdays no longer hold their traditional definition; I am most often feeling great about the way I use my time. By focusing on the top priorities, you will definitely move the needle forward.

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Both Sides of the Table

OCTOBER 17, 2010

Your new idea won’t resonate with people the way “check-ins&# does because they’ve never heard of it by definition. That’s called product leadership. It’s the puck at your feet. Come up with your own novel thoughts. Most innovation comes from non-conventional views. And I feel the same about investing.

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This is going to be BIG.

AUGUST 24, 2020

Any narrative that puts our leadership at the center of our recovery largely erases their ineptitude in the early days of the pandemic. In the end, both the cops and the protesters came away from the process completely dissatisfied with the Mayor’s leadership—which is a really amazing feat if you think about it.

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This is going to be BIG.

MARCH 22, 2020

This will definitely be a generation shaping event—one in which we’re going to undergo a lot of pain and difficulty, but ultimately, for the better. This feels like a turning point moment for the leadership style of female founders who focus as much on making sure things don’t fall apart as they do on how big they can get something to grow.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Is the belief of this traditionalist, older half of the business leadership that workers are more productive in the office based on facts? The Society for Human Resources found that 48 percent of respondents will “definitely” seek a full-time remote position for their next job. Not at all.

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Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 8, 2010

Almost by definition. Mavericks are by definition bad at following rules and bad at process. They are the LIFEBLOOD of sales organizations because they’re plentiful and deliver great value relative to their costs. They’re also usually very loyal to your organization. They’re journeymen. Yeah, kind of.

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Both Sides of the Table

JULY 13, 2010

This is a problem for a strategy consultant because you are, by definition, a generalist that is thrown into new problems again and again. But in leadership and entrepreneurism the top-down approach will be the right solution more often than not. Often I had a very limited time. I struggled on my first few assignments.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JANUARY 13, 2023

But if your goal is to build a successful business, the quiet quitting trend is definitely a concern. Unlike the literal definition of “quitting,” quiet quitters do not leave their jobs. Entrepreneurs should also review their leadership abilities and how they contribute to employee morale. What is Quiet Quitting?

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Gust

APRIL 13, 2014

In this context, I’m broadening the definition of partner from co-founder to “business partner.” Good partners are people who are confident in their own abilities, and willing and able to make decisions, take responsibility for their actions, and able to provide leadership, rather than require leadership. Compatible work styles.

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Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 11, 2011

This isn’t weakness – it’s leadership. Problem definition (with the market … it’s why you exist). Give everybody pages of the deck they’re to cover or parts of the demo for which they are to talk. When you get questions act like a quarterback farming some of them out to your team.

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HPA

JANUARY 8, 2025

Chicago, IL – January 8, 2025 – Hyde Park Angels ( HPA ), a premier early-stage venture capital group specializing in investing through its unique People First model, is pleased to announce that its portfolio company, Simple Mills , has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Flowers Foods , Inc.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

In this first installment of Kym Huynh’s Leadership Toolkit series, Kym asked what entrepreneurs wished non-entrepreneurs knew about them. This post originally appeared on Kym Huynh’s Leadership Toolkit blog and is edited and reposted here with permission. Daniel Dickson, EO Sydney, managing director of Amarco Enterprises.

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Gust

SEPTEMBER 30, 2012

Now they are coming back, and the best even provide networking, technical leadership, and seed funding, as well as investors waving money at graduates. Both provide excellent networking to investors, and on-site technical leadership, which I believe sets them apart.

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Angel Capital Association

JULY 17, 2023

Last week, the ACA Public Policy leadership, alongside members of GrayRobinson , made a visit to Capitol Hill to support expansion of Section 1202 exclusion of gain from the sale of qualified small business stock. The legislation, HR 3937 , has passed through the Ways and Means Committee and is awaiting debate on the House floor.

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Both Sides of the Table

MAY 13, 2010

Clarity of purpose in leadership matters. Doing nothing is avoiding real leadership. By definition tough decisions produce winners and losers. I think people with this affliction have a hard time being great leaders. They dither on decision-making. They fudge on org charts to appease people.

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This is going to be BIG.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

In some ways it feels like a company that has gone partially remote—where you still get certain types of interaction on “office days” that you can’t get at home, but it’s definitely not what it was. Perhaps SMS, but most people don’t want your thought leadership in their previous text inbox. Here’s to the next 20 years of posting!

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 22, 2024

I want to push that definition further, dig into the challenges that come with actually living by our core values. A recent study from Leadership IQ found that less than 50 percent of employees feel that their company has clearly identified core values. And that is definitely something that would have made my Mama proud.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JUNE 19, 2019

Here’s my favorite definition: Know thyself. Personality and leadership assessments are a great tool for this. Your family and friends, and your leadership team (and employees) will also be glad to provide their input! What exactly is this self-awareness stuff? Improve thyself. Complement thyself. Know thyself.

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NZ Entrepreneur

JULY 23, 2018

There is plenty of advice out there for employees about the importance of not mistaking good management for good leadership. But entrepreneurs also need to be reminded that good leadership is not the same as good management. Almost by definition, as the founder, you will be “being” a leader. NZ Entrepreneur.

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Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

Many companies don’t reach the next phase either because their leadership doesn’t adapt as an organization or because they don’t design processes that lead to scaled outcomes. We recently added Richard Mumby to our leadership team. I will miss my daily interactions with Sam.

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Gust

JULY 20, 2014

Most definitions of integrity include something like “the quality of being honest and morally upright.” In order to succeed as an entrepreneur, you need to have a good idea and the leadership to make it happen, and you need to demonstrate integrity at all times. But in a practical sense, what does that really mean?

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Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 19, 2015

If you want to see an interview where she espouses many of her leadership theories and traits I think we captured that well in this hour we spent together. Often you’ve gotten through the drowsy years of diapers and playgrounds and set the basic trajectory for your children if you chose to have them.

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StartupNation

JUNE 22, 2021

There are many definitions of “brand.” A brand’s representation of reality begins with and grows under the leadership of a company’s founders, its CEO and its top executives. Here is what you need to know to make an authentic brand come to life: The value of leadership. Most aren’t. Sign Up: Receive the StartupNation newsletter!

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Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 1, 2012

Leadership, Teams, Success & Happiness (Tiger Moms & the true definition of success). (my tribute to Cory Van Wolvelaere & challenge to readers). Don’t Take the Littles Things for Granted (on spouses, children & friendships). Don’t Lose Twice (know when it’s time to be gracious).

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Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 17, 2011

And if we’re reflective, it’s also one of the most important success criteria for investors, senior executives, tech writers and virtually anybody involved in business leadership. I put my definitions on them because I didn’t want my thinking to be constrained by industry-defined boundaries or definitions.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

JUNE 7, 2019

Before launching YHS, Ashna participated in a number of student leadership activities and was already an active member of her community. It was definitely a challenge, but one she has overcome to help her organization grow. As a nonprofit, especially when starting off, you need donors. How did Ashna overcome this challenge?

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Both Sides of the Table

JULY 25, 2010

Rincon is part of the new breed of Seed Stage VCs and with the leadership of Jim Andelman has charted out the most authentic early-stage investment strategy in Southern California. If you haven’t read it you should definitely buy it – other people just like you did.

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Ecosystem Builder Hub

AUGUST 29, 2020

One of the challenges in turning ecosystem building into a recognized profession is the lack of a recognized definition for what it is and what an ecosystem builder is. Clearly, if we’re going to come up with a professional definition of what ecosystem building is, it needs to include this connector/connecting aspect. Community Focus.

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Both Sides of the Table

MAY 19, 2013

was definitely in the bucket of amazingly talented founders with a great product that hadn’t yet proved product/market fit. They need to be passionate about leadership, management, and organizational processes as the company scales.” The decisions were endless, the choices not obvious and the VC involved a pain in the ass.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

Leverage EO mentors and Chapter Launch experts in the EO leadership. Programs like these require significant time and money, but are occasional and definitely worth the travel. Could they shrug it off and stay positive and confident in their reply? • I requested—and analyzed—writing samples.

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