
Leadership/Natural Authority/People/Talent Magnetism/Team
The team that changed how I lead
I used to preach that solo work was the future. Then I built a team I’d stake my career on, and it changed how I see leadership forever. Every leader’s real job is this: Build the best team you’ve ever been a part of. Anything less is falling short. So the question becomes: What would […]

Leadership/Natural Authority/People/Talent Magnetism/Team
Would they work with you again?
The most valuable asset I’ve built in my career? Not a product. Not IP. Not revenue. It’s a network of people who still want to work with me again. Years ago, I posted that I want to create an environment where I’d be proud to have my family come to work for me. My brother […]

Career/Leadership/Natural Authority/People/Talent Magnetism
How Building Relationships Will Pay Off for Decades
When I look back on the most pivotal moments of my career, there’s one thing that stands out above all else: the relationships I’ve built. It wasn’t my education, technical skills, or just being in the right place at the right time. It’s the people I’ve connected with. It’s the relationships I’ve built. These connections […]

People/Talent Magnetism/Team
Retaining Top Technical Talent
Building a rock star technology team is often a key ingredient to a successful startup. Once this seed team is built, and your company is gaining traction, it is critical to retain the stars on the team. Long ago, my good friend and entrepreneur from Just Enough HR and I put on a seminar on how to […]