Mission Statement Madness
For startups and small businesses mission statements can actually distract from the tasks at hand. Work on your elevator pitches instead.
Decision Fatigue
Decision fatigue can be costly. All work with no breaks leads to dull decision making. So, take that coffee break. It’s good for business.
Corporate Jargon: Pros and Cons
Corporate jargon is omnipresent. Like plastic it is overused and little understood. Even so, it can have its uses.
One Chief Officer Too Many?
Beware of teams with too many Chiefs. Entrepreneurs may view inflated titles as a cheap employee benefit. That can be a costly mistake.
Entrepreneurial Bluffing
Should entrepreneurs bluff? That question is a matter of some debate. My advise? If you bluff, make sure your bluffs are credible and worth the risks.
You’re Not Ready for Venture Capital
So you think you’re ready for venture capital financing? You’d be well served taking a close look in the mirror first.
