5 Mistakes You’re Making in Your Cofoundership…
INSIGHTS So you’re in a cofoundership and you’ve checked all the boxes. You have the funding, the investors, the idea and you’ve read all the books and how to’s… Here’s what you’re missing, though. According to this article, 43% of cofounders are forced to buy out their partners due to differences and arguments. Bullet-proof your […]
The Top 4 Predictors of Success…
INSIGHTS Has science gone too far? Find out what researchers have been studying in the world on entrepreneurship and cofoundership, and hack your self, team, and business to give you a solid advantage right from the start. 1. Experience It doesn’t matter what some life coaches say, what you’ve done before actually does matter. Research […]
5 things to do with your Cofounder
INSIGHTS … that will help your relationship flourish You’ve spent enough time talking shop with your cofounder that you feel you know enough about them. However, the entrepreneurial journey will certainly lead you to a few unexpected twists and turns. You need to prepare for those, and most importantly, be a united front against potential […]
3 Very Real Reasons You Shouldn’t Hire Family
INSIGHTS You probably grew up next to a few “family owned” businesses, or have at least seen the tropes of those relationships on television. Although you might have a good impression of your local Italian restaurant or enjoy the drama in Kim’s Convenience, we have a few good reasons why you should not hire family […]
7 Questions You Probably Forgot to Ask Your Cofounder
INSIGHTS When you’re starting a business venture with someone, there are a myriad of questions you need to be asking them to make sure you’re on the same page. “What is your educational background”, “Where do you see yourself in 5 years” or “why did you decide to become an entrepreneur” might be the first […]
The Four Horsemen of Failed Partnerships
INSIGHTS We humans are nothing if not social. Our lives are about searching for connection and maintaining relationships. Thus, there is a formidable amount of research devoted to human relationships, be they friendly, familial or romantic. But, one might be left wondering: where does one’s business partner fit in all this? A business partnership is […]
Elon Musk said THIS was his worst business decision…
INSIGHTS The world’s richest man was recently asked, “What is one thing you would change if you could go back in time?” As the founder of companies that have completely altered how the world travels, explores outer space, powers homes, and accesses the internet, Elon Musk had a simple response… he would have chosen his […]
