Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 16, 2021

In addition to saying yes too often, professionals under pressure often say no poorly, by attacking the requestor or by avoiding any definitive response. A key part of her message that resonated with me, as a mentor to entrepreneurs, is her guidance on how to deal with the constant demands and requests that every business founder faces.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

I’m definitely a proponent of this latter approach. I see no reason not to balance these frustrations with the satisfaction of more conventional work accomplishments and the people relationships we all need to thrive. Startups cost money but don’t pay a salary before revenue. That’s another variation of a part-time entrepreneur.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 6, 2015

Based on my own mentoring and investing experience, the best entrepreneurs are pragmatic problem solvers. If you can explain the problem to a mentor, or even write it down, you will more likely get to the root cause quickly, and avoid emotional and blame-infused responses. Explore solutions, outcomes, and options calmly.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 28, 2014

Based on my own mentoring and investing experience, the best entrepreneurs are pragmatic problem solvers. If you can explain the problem to a mentor, or even write it down, you will more likely get to the root cause quickly, and avoid emotional and blame-infused responses. Explore solutions, outcomes, and options calmly.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

As a result, Amazon has ranked as #1 for customer satisfaction for many years in a row and has grown accordingly. Studies show that a positive team culture in an organization can result in 26 percent fewer mistakes, 22 percent higher productivity, 41 percent lower absenteeism, and 30 percent stronger customer satisfaction.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 10, 2020

According to most definitions, an entrepreneur is one who envisions a new and different business, meaning one that is not a copy of an existing business model. Every entrepreneur needs to compare his strengths and aspirations to this business mindset: Satisfaction from business success versus the big idea.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

In my role as a mentor to business professionals and entrepreneurs over the years, I have found that it’s important to take a hard look at the relationships around you on a regular basis. But, like most other skills, you can learn from these priorities: Everyone benefits from active mentoring.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 18, 2023

With the advent of social media, and instant communication via the Internet, that definition has been expanded to include all aspects of the customer experience , from finding you and what they need, to the ease of completing the transaction, as well as all follow-on support. Treat every customer exceptionally before they complain.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 4, 2015

In my years of mentoring entrepreneurs, a problem I have seen too often is low self-esteem, and over-compensating through arrogance and ego. As a team member, low self-esteem leads to low confidence, poor productivity, and no job satisfaction. Fortunately, both can be fixed. Marty Zwilling.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 15, 2022

In my years of mentoring entrepreneurs, a problem I have seen too often is low self-esteem, and over-compensating through arrogance and ego. As a team member, low self-esteem leads to low confidence, poor productivity, and no job satisfaction. Fortunately, both can be fixed. Marty Zwilling.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 14, 2019

In my years of mentoring entrepreneurs, a problem I have seen too often is low self-esteem, and over-compensating through arrogance and ego. As a team member, low self-esteem leads to low confidence, poor productivity, and no job satisfaction. Fortunately, both can be fixed. Marty Zwilling.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 14, 2022

Set a definite task completion date and a follow-up system. It will inspire loyalty, provide real satisfaction for work done, and become the basis for mentoring and performance reviews. Think back to when you were learning, when you were a neophyte. Establish a specific deadline at the beginning, with milestones.

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Both Sides of the Table

MAY 19, 2013

was definitely in the bucket of amazingly talented founders with a great product that hadn’t yet proved product/market fit. The board was unanimous in our opinion of this including outside director Ian Rogers who has served as Jonathan’s mentor and friend. I saw it first hand.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 13, 2015

According to most definitions, an entrepreneur is one who envisions a new and different business, meaning one that is not a copy of an existing business model. Every entrepreneur needs to compare his strengths and aspirations to this business mindset: Satisfaction from business success versus the big idea.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 27, 2019

Based on my own mentoring and investing experience, the best entrepreneurs are pragmatic problem solvers. If you can explain the problem to a mentor, or even write it down, you will more likely get to the root cause quickly, and avoid emotional and blame-infused responses. Explore solutions, outcomes, and options calmly.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

According to most definitions, an entrepreneur is one who envisions a new and different business, meaning one that is not a copy of an existing business model. Every entrepreneur needs to compare his strengths and aspirations to this business mindset: Satisfaction from business success versus the big idea.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 18, 2023

I’m definitely a proponent of this latter approach. I see no reason not to balance these frustrations with the satisfaction of more conventional work accomplishments and the people relationships we all need to thrive. Startups cost money but don’t pay a salary before revenue. That’s another variation of a part-time entrepreneur.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 24, 2014

In my years of mentoring entrepreneurs, a problem I have seen too often is low self-esteem, and over-compensating through arrogance and ego. As an employee, low self-esteem leads to low confidence, poor productivity, and no job satisfaction. Fortunately, both can be fixed. Marty Zwilling.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 7, 2015

Set a definite task completion date and a follow-up system. It will inspire loyalty, provide real satisfaction for work done, and become the basis for mentoring and performance reviews. Think back to when you were learning, when you were a neophyte. Establish a specific deadline at the beginning, with milestones.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 21, 2012

As a result, there have also been many new resources and mentors popping up specifically aimed at women. Here is a short list of impacts they commonly reported and all mentors have seen: You feel overwhelmed. That’s the real definition of success. Don’t forget to pay attention to strategic priorities and time for yourself.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 2, 2015

By definition, every startup is predictably unpredictable, since new solutions have no proven track record, startups are usually building a new market, and the world around them is changing faster than ever. Bring in expert advisors and mentors to set initial goals, and build recovery plans. The market changes faster than your startup.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 2, 2022

They are not having the impact they expected, and they are not feeling the personal satisfaction they need for next level motivation. This is a tough challenge for every coach and mentor. Your team will quickly sense your insights and sincerity , leading to greater impact and satisfaction by everyone.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 18, 2019

Set a definite task completion date and a follow-up system. It will inspire loyalty, provide real satisfaction for work done, and become the basis for mentoring and performance reviews. Think back to when you were learning, when you were a neophyte. Establish a specific deadline at the beginning, with milestones.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 8, 2012

Set a definite task completion date and a follow-up system. It will inspire loyalty, provide real satisfaction for work done, and become the basis for mentoring and performance reviews. Think back to when you were learning, when you were a neophyte. Establish a specific deadline at the beginning, with milestones.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 3, 2013

Set a definite task completion date and a follow-up system. It will inspire loyalty, provide real satisfaction for work done, and become the basis for mentoring and performance reviews. Think back to when you were learning, when you were a neophyte. Establish a specific deadline at the beginning, with milestones.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 1, 2011

Set a definite task completion date and a follow-up system. It will inspire loyalty, provide real satisfaction for work done, and become the basis for mentoring and performance reviews. Think back to when you were learning, when you were a neophyte. Establish a specific deadline at the beginning, with milestones.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Use blogging, outside publication, and speaking or mentoring opportunities to establish credibility and stand out above peers. Focus on the ultimate customer, and find a way to improve satisfaction, grow revenue, or cut costs. That’s the definition of success in any business or career. Walk away from a bad role or customer.

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Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 19, 2016

Rather than focus on negatives, let me summarize key positive attributes that I look for in people to move ahead, from my own experience as a corporate executive, and many years mentoring entrepreneurs. This may require a bit of extra work and initiative on your part, but definitely gives you an edge when your boss retires or is promoted.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 20, 2016

According to most definitions, an entrepreneur is one who envisions a new and different business, meaning one that is not a copy of an existing business model. Every entrepreneur needs to compare his strengths and aspirations to this business mindset: Satisfaction from business success versus the big idea.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

In my years of mentoring entrepreneurs, a problem I have seen too often is low self-esteem, and over-compensating through arrogance and ego. As a team member, low self-esteem leads to low confidence, poor productivity, and no job satisfaction. Fortunately, both can be fixed. Marty Zwilling.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 18, 2017

It’s important to involve your team in the definition of purpose, and agree it is consistent with a viable business model, including opportunity, customer need, and a positive return. On an ongoing basis, it also means mentoring for development of existing team members to prepare them for both the purpose and execution of new functions.

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Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 15, 2016

I’m definitely a proponent of this latter approach. I see no reason not to balance these frustrations with the satisfaction of more conventional work accomplishments and the people relationships we all need to thrive. Startups cost money but don’t pay a salary before revenue. That’s another variation of a part-time entrepreneur.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

Set a definite task completion date and a follow-up system. It will inspire loyalty, provide real satisfaction for work done, and become the basis for mentoring and performance reviews. Think back to when you were learning, when you were a neophyte. Establish a specific deadline at the beginning, with milestones.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 11, 2010

Set a definite task completion date and a follow-up system. It will inspire loyalty, provide real satisfaction for work done, and become the basis for mentoring and performance reviews. Think back to when you were learning, when you were a neophyte. Establish a specific deadline at the beginning, with milestones.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 21, 2016

No one expects an entrepreneur to be “always right,” and definitely no one is looking for aspiring entrepreneurs who are willing to make random jumps into the unknown, based primarily on passionate dreams or a revelation from a life-changing event. They get their satisfaction from the journey, as well as the destination.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 21, 2017

In addition to saying yes too often, professionals under pressure often say no poorly, by attacking the requestor or by avoiding any definitive response. A key part of her message that resonated with me, as a mentor to entrepreneurs, is her guidance on how to deal with the constant demands and requests that every business founder faces.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

Is this the definition of success you want to experience? Use mentoring to help people develop as your business develops. Let me assure you that your best path to business success, as well as your personal satisfaction, is to work on making your business work without you, rather than working harder on the business.

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