discipline
Why Scaling A Business Now Feels More Difficult – And What To Do About it
Most growth-minded CEOs do not stall because they lack ambition. They stall because the systems that got them to $5M–$50M cannot carry them further. At this stage, the game changes. The business becomes more complex, but many CEOs are still leading with early-stage habits. Common signs you are in this phase: Jim Collins wrote that great…
How To Foster A Culture Of Discipline And Execution
Every CEO says they want a culture of discipline and execution. But in practice, even experienced leaders get tripped up by simple missteps. Over the years, working closely with top executives and deployment teams, I’ve seen the same few obstacles stall momentum again and again – no matter the business size or industry. Let’s get…
How Top CEOs Use Structured Reflection To Sharpen Strategy And Build Resilience
Thank you to the Phoenix Business Journal for publishing my latest article on how weekly, structured reflection can help CEOs and executive leaders generate higher growth, stay balanced, and equally as important, avoid burnout. Often this habit isn’t prioritized, but the data is clear: CEOs that do it consistently outperform those that don’t, period. Read…
Understanding The Root Causes Behind Why CEOs Can Be Growth Blockers
In today’s fast-paced business world, CEOs are expected to be the driving force behind growth and innovation. However, certain behaviors and decision-making patterns can unintentionally turn them into growth blockers. This blog dives deep into the root causes that hinder CEOs from unlocking their company’s full potential and offers insights on how to overcome these barriers for sustained success.
Transform Your Organizational Chart Into A Growth Accelerator
Turn Your Organizational Chart Into a Growth Accelerator
Spot-On Coaching Lessons From Bill Campbell, The Trillion Dollar Coach
Bill Campbell’s extraordinary journey as a coach began long before he became Silicon Valley’s most trusted advisor. Campbell, known as “The Trillion Dollar Coach” who coached Steve Jobs, Larry Page, Eric Schmidt and others, first made his mark on the football field. After captaining Columbia University’s 1961 Ivy League championship team and earning All-Ivy League…
Lessons from Walmart: How to Best Succeed Organizationally and Individually as Part of a Large, Extremely Well-Run Public Company
Being acquired by a powerhouse like Walmart is a remarkable milestone, but it also ushers in a fundamental shift—a new corporate culture, new expectations, and an often complex organizational ecosystem. From scaling and selling a telemedicine company to Walmart, I learned that CEOs must lead intentionally beyond the deal to succeed both for their company,…
How To Foster A Culture Of Discipline & Execution
Every CEO says they want a culture of discipline and execution. But in practice, even experienced leaders get tripped up by simple missteps. Over the years, working closely with top executives and deployment teams, I’ve seen the same few obstacles stall momentum again and again – no matter the business size or industry. Let’s get…
Lesson #8: Preparing For Sale: Getting Your Business Ready For Sale At Maximum Valuation
Let’s face it — most founders and CEOs overvalue their business and wait too long to start preparing for sale. This common combination often leads to disappointing valuation multiples, prolonged deal timelines, or, worse, failing to sell their business at all. Successfully exiting your company for top dollar requires honest self-assessment, rigorous preparation, and strategic…
How Company-Wide, Daily Stand Up Huddles Increase Performance, Boost Culture, and Decrease Overall Time in Meetings
In a world where endless meetings often sap energy and productivity, a simple, time-tested solution has been consistently deployed at many high-performing organizations: the daily huddle. A standing meeting that lasts just 5 to 15 minutes, these focused gatherings at every level of an organization can dramatically boost communication, clear obstacles early, reinforce culture, and,…