The Two Mindsets Every Growth Team Needs
Two mindsets shaped how the best teams I've worked with solve problems: the data-driven decisiveness of the MBA and the curiosity and humility of the designer. Both are rigorous. Together, they're unstoppable. Founders building growth teams must hire for both.
Why Startup Founders Need Thinker-Doers for Their Teams
Startup founders need thinker-doers—individuals who can balance analysis, idea generation and implementation. These are the talented people who thrive in fast-paced, resource-limited environments. Hiring and nurturing thinker-doers will accelerate your progress and improve the odds of your startup succeeding.
Defining our Terms: What is a Fractional Leader Anyway?
Many leaders today, across functions, work on a fractional basis, part-time embedded in a team. But let’s take a moment and be super clear on exactly what we’re talking about when it comes to fractional executives, and how the role compares to advisors, mentors, coaches and consultants.