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Are you ready to change gears and lift your Executive Edge?
As you grow, you realise how much there is still to learn. Whether you're transitioning to an executive role or seeking your next challenge, success starts with refining your Relevance, Presence, and Essence.
Silos. Why they exist, and how to eliminate them.
Silos in high-growth companies arise from non-collaborative leadership. Address them by aligning team goals, fostering communication, and making small changes.
Culture is a Business Priority
In this week’s article, I’m debunking myths about culture. It’s not just HR’s job or a policy; it’s a business priority and the founder’s responsibility. Keep reading to find out why.
Your Culture is Your Brand
Your culture is your brand and affects your ability to scale. This week, I’m discussing why it matters. How you behave sets the standard for your culture, which acts as your company’s compass. Keep reading to learn more.
Establish your boundaries
As a scaleup founder, you might be leading for the first time. Unsure what tasks to delegate? In this article, I share a scenario to help shift your mindset and create new boundaries. Click below to read it now.
Do the right work.
For founders, it’s not just about completing tasks but also about contributing meaningfully to scale the business. This week’s article helps you assess what you love to do and what you should delegate. Click below to read it now.
The cost of doing the wrong work.
Do you know the cost of doing the wrong work? This takes up the space needed for essential tasks. In this article, I discuss why this is crucial and provide a process to identify the right work for you.
You set the standard for communication
Ever heard ‘communication is really bad here’? It can be frustrating but often has deeper reasons. Keep reading to learn the signs of poor communication and how to address them.
Let them go!
One bad employee can ruin company culture. Tolerating bad behaviour, even from leaders, can harm the team. Today, I’m sharing two reasons why this happens and three questions to help you let them go.
Do you really need company values?
Do you need company values? Founders often want them but aren't sure why. Values should guide behaviour, not just be a trend. Ask yourself: Are they necessary and linked to your strategy?
The smartest people are not always the right people
Hiring the smartest people isn’t always best for your high-growth business. I’ve seen negative impacts when hiring the brightest at high salaries. Click below to learn better recruitment strategies.
Avoid costly hiring mistakes
Hiring mistakes are costly, especially in tech roles where the impact is greater. A bad hire can cost much more than their salary. Click below to read my article with six common mistakes and practical fixes.
The cracks of scale
Startups are like a garage band; scaleups are like a jazz band, needing more structure. This article discusses four key actions to implement changes and prevent issues as you grow.
When no one’s looking
Who are you when no one’s looking? Your behaviour impacts your reputation and reflects your values. In this article, I share a recent story of a leader who showed true character and offer three questions for self-reflection.
You’re holding your (drum) sticks backwards
Startups are like garage bands; corporates are like orchestras; scaleups are a mix of both. How do you know when your business transitions from startup to scaleup? Keep reading to learn about this analogy and its application.
When leaders become disengaged.
Had a disengaged leadership team member? This week’s article shares a case study of such a situation and what we uncovered. It wasn’t what you might think. Keep reading to see why this leader became disengaged and how we resolved it.
Don’t be invisible
How can someone become unnoticed in a workplace setting? Keep reading to explore this phenomenon and its implications.
"If you can fill the unforgiving minute…"
Time is precious and once it's gone, it's gone. We are most productive under deadlines, but daily distractions hinder us. Set clear, realistic deadlines and treat them like a game.
Do I need a sponsor?
Sponsors can boost your career by increasing visibility and supporting your growth. Just doing good work isn’t enough; you need someone to advocate for you.
How are you showing up?
How you 'show up' emotionally impacts those around you. Being conscious of your mood and behaviour is crucial in influencing the atmosphere, whether at a conference or in the workplace.
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