Like the Producers (the 1968 Mel Brooks movie) with selling more than 100% of the profits, don’t be a startup founder and make promises you can’t keep or aren’t viable. Even if you’re not a startup, you should still think about the promises and “yes”s that you give, those mean something — or else they don’t andContinueContinue reading “The Producers”
Author Archives: Jeff Beaumont
Second in Command
I was listening to a podcast on a bike ride recently with one particular aspect being highlighted. For managers and leaders, it is to find your second in command that you can trust, rely on, and know who will fully address concerns and issues when you’re unavailable. As I’ve reflected on the times I’ve beenContinueContinue reading “Second in Command”
Leadership, part 5
Self-sacrificing love. This is one of my favorites. It’s the creed that lends us such a comforting understanding that we are cared for. It’s the willingness to work for someone knowing that they have your best interest in mind. Will I really follow them anywhere? You bet. Think of those stories and examples where someoneContinueContinue reading “Leadership, part 5”
Leadership, part 4
Last time we explored self-awareness. This time I’m turning to the next one. Resourcefulness. We all face constraints. They can be hiring constraints, time constraints, travel constraints — and so many more. I’ve complained and whined so many times because I didn’t have “X” or couldn’t use “Y”. Yet my failures are rarely due to not havingContinueContinue reading “Leadership, part 4”
Leadership, part 3
Self-awareness. This is probably one of the most difficult one as it’s difficult looking into a mirror to see yourself as others do. I can see myself, but it takes a lot of work — and not to mention amazing friends — to tell you what you don’t want hear. One question I’ve been challenged with and begun askingContinueContinue reading “Leadership, part 3”
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