A Proven OKR Alternative_ The ‘WhyGo’ Goal Setting System

The WhyGo Framework: An OKR Alternative

The WhyGo framework is a simpler, more effective alternative to OKRs that I created while scaling my company, Classy. It's part of the broader Northstar OS, that I now teach to hundreds of CEOs.

Crush Your 1 on 1 Meeting_ A Guide for Both Manager & Individual

How to Crush Your 1-on-1 Meetings (updated for 2026)

Tired of unproductive 1 on 1 meetings? This article provides a comprehensive guide to transforming your 1 on 1 meetings from dreaded obligations into powerful tools for boosting team performance and unlocking individual potential.

My template for high standards:

This week I'm sharing a template that will help you define the standards at your own company. It's part of Highland's Northstar OS. Enjoy!

The Perfect Bonus Plan for Any Company

The Perfect Bonus Plan for Any Company (updated for 2026)

Want highly-aligned, motivated employees? This article reveals a simple, transparent, and effective company-wide bonus plan that incentivizes individual and company performance. Learn how to calculate payouts, set goals, and foster a high-performance culture.

How the Best Leaders Build Resilience

Resilience for Leaders: The #1 Predictor of Success (and how to build it)

We were dead in 30 days. Cash gone, term sheet walked away from, team quietly updating resumes. What saved us wasn't luck. It was resilience. Here are the 7 habits every leader needs to build it, drawn from 20 years of scaling companies through the hardest moments.

Become a world-class CEO & operator

Highland is my leadership program and community for founders, CEOs and high-level operators. There’s a self-paced online version and a live version I teach personally.

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