Investors are from Mars, Entrepreneurs are from Venus

Investors are from Mars, Entrepreneurs are from Venus

What I have learned about how investors and entrepreneurs think differently from each other – and how both can use these differences to achieve better outcomes. “This is a very good security. I think we can make a decent upside while still being protected on the...
Entrepreneurs and Decision Making – A Step by Step Guide (Part 2)

Entrepreneurs and Decision Making – A Step by Step Guide (Part 2)

You’re an Entrepreneur, and You’re Different. Now that we have that established, here’s how to use that understanding as a way to facilitate brisk decisions and the kind of action you want. Part Two – What You Need to Know About The Leaders Who Work for You In Part...
Entrepreneurs and Decision Making – A Step by Step Guide  (Part 1)

Entrepreneurs and Decision Making – A Step by Step Guide (Part 1)

You’re an Entrepreneur, and You’re Different. Now that we have that established, here’s how to use that understanding as a way to facilitate brisk decisions and the kind of action you want. “Mike is filled with a whole lot of ideas, some of which are not complete...
Being Done and Being Okay With It

Being Done and Being Okay With It

Stepping aside is a really hard decision for any leader. Here is how I used the wisdom of Jack Welch, Steve Jobs and Jeff Bezos to make my decision. This week I announced that I am retiring from role as Chairman of ServiceSource, a company that I have been associated...