Chris Whipple, author, A.C.T. Now or Fail! In my past two articles (part 1 & part 2), I introduced a new organization structure that uses the traditional organization pyramid turned on its side. This sideways pyramid can be seen as an arrow pointing toward a target with the leader out in front leading the way. The target or goal […]
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Ben Straughan, Partner, Perkins Coie Perhaps few times for an emerging growth company present more risk than the transition of a founder/CEO to “employee” status. This often happens later in the startup life cycle, when a company has funding and/or sales traction. The difference between a smooth and rocky transition can represent the difference between the
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Chris Whipple, author, A.C.T. Now or Fail! In the first article of this series, the reader was introduced to a new organization structure in the form of a sideways pyramid. The structure helps break down barriers, improve communication and results. One of the main reasons for this success is the ultimate goal of long-term sustainability
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Chris Whipple, author, A.C.T. Now or Fail! We have all seen the traditional organizational pyramid with the person in charge at the top. This pyramid usually has many layers in the middle consisting of some form of management or supervision, and all the line workers at the bottom.
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James Sun, CEO, Pirq “The joy is in the journey and not the destination.” When I hear this quote, I think about the roller coaster ride of entrepreneurship, where you have to enjoy the journey. I am currently the CEO and founder of Pirq, a digital loyalty and customer relationship management system for brick-and-mortar businesses.
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Bill Ballester During my years as a coach and business consultant, I have been asked many times if there is a secret to winning. I know of no secret; however, I have a very simple answer: ———- teams that solve the most problems win. The answer is that simple: “Those who solve the most problems
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The emotion-based approach to preparing a speech is a novel idea in verbal communications. It considers a speech as an emotional journey for the speaker and his audience. The focus on emotions helps speakers prepare memorable speeches and impact their audience. How would you prepare a speech for a dinner gala? Let’s follow the steps
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Scott Addis, CEO, The Addis Group In today’s dog eat dog business environment, it is essential that you develop a strategy to stand out in a crowded marketplace… to separate yourself from your competition. Simply put, to be different! Theodore Levitt, the renowned economist, professor at Harvard Business School and editor of The Harvard Business Review had the
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Ted Gorski, President, Get Your Edge, LLC In today’s corporate world, leaders need excellent communication skills. Many are being asked to do more with fewer resources while also dealing with the stresses of a corporation that is downsizing and/or tightening budgets. To remain effective, leaders need near perfect communication skills regardless of their own communication
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Jim Porçarelli, Executive Vice President, Active International Significant shifts in the media and marketing landscape will dramatically impact companies’ priorities as they determine their marketing and overall business plans this year. Sticking to the status quo will cause many to fall behind. As a result, executives must encourage their marketing teams to forge ahead into what may
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