It’s all about team alignment… Most companies screw up compensation. They struggle to balance base pay, bonus pay, and sales commissions – either making things too complex (you need a PHD to understand your comp...

A-players don’t just “quit.”  As a founder in the trenches for 20+ years, I’ve seen my fair share of A-players come and go. Most assume that star employees leave because of compensation or career advancement...

Time doesn’t heal all wounds. I’ll be the first to admit I used to hate conflict. I’d avoid it at all costs, hoping tensions would just magically dissolve on their own. As a young manager,...

You are what you schedule. As a leader, your time is your most valuable asset. So, the difference between good and great leadership is how you use your time. That makes your calendar one of...

The power of the all-hands meeting Most leaders think of the all-hands meeting as a necessary evil. A formality to check the culture box. Something to get through as quickly as possible to get back...

Raising money is like walking through a minefield. As a founder and CEO for nearly 20 years, I’ve raised hundreds of millions from startup investors. I’ve heard it all—the good, the bad, and the downright...