The times of pure Design Thinking are over: Certainly, the last years have seen the rise of Design Thinking and similar processes (most lately design sprints) that help entrepreneurs and managers to create more user-centered products and services. They are great tools to spawn desirability in customers. Nevertheless, they often fall short in creating a sustainable business model. […]
Finding the right business partner is a matter of chemistry. While it can be a tough, it’s extremely important to find someone compatible with you and whose skills complement yours. So what can you do to have a good partnership? For starters, understand your business and leadership style so you know what you need from a partner. Ask yourself […]
One of the most important things I’ve learned as the founder of multiple businesses is how to find partners that can enable growth and support your company vision. Partnerships are more vital than ever — the economy is changing at an unprecedented pace, and working collaboratively toward a common goal increases speed and better serves […]
This article is included in Entrepreneur Voices on Effective Leadership, a new book containing insights from more than 20 contributors, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders. One of the best ways to ensure that you grow as a person and a leader is to read — a lot. Time and time again, we learn that the most successful […]
I left a message for a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) a few days ago. Today, her assistant called me back to vet me, to see if I am worthy of speaking to her boss. I like most people, but within five minutes, I really disliked this assistant. I asked her, “If I decide to hire […]
