A deep dive into three powerful insights from my fireside chat with Hiten Shah, one of Silicon Valley's most underrated founders. From reframing product-market fit as a dial rather than a switch, to building formulas over funnels, to the real talk about raising capital - these are lessons every founder needs to hear right now.

Master the art of delegation! This article offers five rules to effectively delegate tasks, empowering your team and freeing you to focus on higher-level priorities. Discover how to choose the right projects and people, provide clear guidance, and conduct effective check-ins without micromanaging

What does this transition from startup founder to scale up CEO look like? The way I describe it to Highland members is this - you need to transition from working on all the details all the time, to working on the right details at the right time. There is a massive difference here. This means spending your time on two things: guardrails and checkpoints.

Whether you're just starting out, or you're a seasoned CEO, this masterclass will give you the framework you need to break free from the operational grind and elevate yourself as a true leader. 

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.

Control your calendar, control your leadership! This article shares five powerful rules to maximize productivity and reclaim your schedule. Discover how to prioritize deep work, optimize meetings, and achieve peak performance as a leader.

Seeking funding for your startup? This article reveals 10 common lies investors tell founders, from timelines and expertise to board seats and market excitement. Learn to spot the deception, ask the tough questions, and secure the right investment for your business

Struggling to build a lasting startup? This article reveals seven "non-obvious" mistakes that can kill a startup, focusing on team dynamics and leadership. Learn how to foster focus, alignment, and motivation within your team to achieve sustainable growth.

Need to raise capital for your startup but feeling lost? This article reveals seven crucial fundraising mistakes to avoid, based on the author's experience raising $200 million in investments. Discover practical tips to secure funding and avoid common pitfalls, from pitching the wrong investors to neglecting due diligence preparation.

Stop Ramen-Noodle Living! This article explains how a founder's compensation package can impact their well-being and the success of their company. It provides a five-part framework for creating a package that incentivizes performance and prioritizes self-care.

Want authentic company values? This article provides a seven-step guide to creating company values that people actually believe in, starting with personal values and involving a core team. It emphasizes actionable values over corporate jargon and provides examples for inspiration.

It’s f’n hard to start something new. And this year was a stark reminder of just that! Nine months ago, I started posting content for startup founders on LinkedIn and Instagram, mainly to get a...