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When Self-Help Makes You Gag: Turning John Maxwell’s “No Limits” Into Actual Founder Fuel

Okay, I'll admit it – I sometimes fall for those inspirational leadership books promising I can achieve ANYTHING. But Maxwell's…

Knowing When to Step Back: The Founder’s Transition from Scrappy CEO to Strategic Leader

I've been there: you build a company from nothing, you wear every hat, and your personal hustle is inextricable from…

The Art of the Strategic “No”: Why Turning Down Partnerships Is Essential for Scaling

Early on, you're desperate for any deal that seems halfway legitimate. Saying "yes" feels like validation and momentum, even to…

The “Pre-Exit” Mindset: Building Your Venture for Sustainable Growth

Let's be honest, the startup world is full of gurus selling the "get rich quick" dream of a huge exit.…

When to Fire Yourself (and Other Hard Decisions)

Look, we all like to think we're the irreplaceable visionary at the heart of our companies. But if you're truly…

Beyond MVP: Proof Of Scalability Prototyping

Minimum Viable Product (MVP) is a great concept...in theory. Too many founders I meet are obsessed with a bare-bones launch,…