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The Top 3 Lessons I’ve Learned Raising Venture Capital

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December 21, 2021

On March 9th, 2020, just as the global pandemic began to surge and public markets became unstable, 3Pillar closed a strategic investment. This investment was the culmination of a long…

How I Put Principled Leadership Into Practice

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November 29, 2021

I wrote in a recent post about why I believe so strongly that a widescale recommitment to principled leadership is a must. Why is it a must? It’s the best…

What Battling COVID Taught Me About Leadership

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November 2, 2021

One day last December, our family got some news that would turn our world on its head. One of our daughters tested positive for COVID, despite being asymptomatic and despite…

The 5 Organizing Principles of Successful Companies

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August 11, 2021

In my last post, I shared the Fatal Flaw of Organizational Design, along with an approach to organizational design you can use to build a rock-solid foundation for your business.…

Why is a long-term strategy

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October 13, 2015

In my experience, purpose – asking why? – is a long-term strategy. Unless you’re already an iconic brand (Apple), it takes more than just “why” to get people to buy. Don’t forget steps two and three!

One Step to Clear the Clutter

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September 24, 2015

What do you do when you’re overwhelmed? How do you deal with the clutter, whether it’s virtual or piled around you? Here’s my one-step solution to clear the clutter.

4 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a COO

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February 20, 2015

Hiring a COO can be a great move…or not. Here are 4 questions you should ask to help you make your decision.

5 Tips for a Successful Client Relationship

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January 30, 2015

A few years ago, we struggled with a client who seemed like a dream come true. Here are five tips I learned the hard way about how to turn a rocky start into a successful client relationship.

How Mr. Watercooler Destroys Company Culture

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January 7, 2015

There is nothing that will destroy company culture faster than Mr. Watercooler. So how do you deal with him and his techniques?

My Single Most Important Lesson of 2014: Brutal Honesty

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December 31, 2014

Brutal honesty, communicated with charity, is one of the most powerful leadership – and life – tools available.