One of the most important business leadership responsibilities is making “the new” happen in the marketing of our companies. As in, the company’s brand – often reflected in its website – has become dated or...
A few years ago, authors James Kouzes and Barry Posner wrote a great book entitled “The Leadership Challenge.” In it, they told the story of U.S. Army Major General John H. Stanford. Despite flunking sixth...
Today there are over 300,000 US companies actively selling into international markets. And despite all the current noise in the news around tariffs, protectionism, nationalism, etc. the horse has left the bar – it’s a...
Did you know that Thomas Edison DID NOT invent the light bulb. Why do I tell you this? Because every single day at least one entrepreneur contacts me with some fear about someone stealing their...
A couple of years ago, a colleague of mine told me the following story. Is it true? Maybe. But even it it’s not, it illustrates a critical point, and one that will significantly boost your...
I hate to admit it, but I’m a bit of a dork. You see, I did really well in school, so I guess I could have been considered a dork back then. But I was...
Venture capitalists (VCs), unlike angel investors, are professional investors that invest other people’s money. Similar to angel investors, their goal is to earn a solid return on this money. In fact, VCs are judged and...
What is the goal of New York Giants or any football team? The answer should be easy. This team’s goal each and every year is to win the Super Bowl. There’s no question about this....
