At some point, the startup needs to begin its transformation toward a sustainable business. A large part of that transformation is focusing roles and responsibilities and growing and developing expertise with a more narrow focus.
First-time Managers in Startups
Are you a goalsetter?
When do you start thinking about the next year and how to make it successful? What year do you look at - is it the calendar year? Is it the next school year? Is it the next fiscal year? Do you look at the next quarter, fiscal or calendar?
No matter what timeframe you look at and think about, getting the most out of it means setting the right goals for yourself. Are you a goalsetter?
How we copy, conform and influence each other...
We are built to see, watch and emulate other people. We are pack animals and like to be with others. In fact, being with others is a big part of the makeup of our good health and wellbeing.
When we lead people, being aware that there is a large chance our team will copy our behaviour in some way, means we have a responsibility to lead with integrity and in a way that brings out everyone’s best self.