There is no worse feeling than starting a new job and realizing almost immediately that it was a mistake. Accepting a role that isn’t exactly what you expected is one…
Chad Strickland
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Building culture is often a matter of timing — that is, when to make certain decisions around people. When should you hire a full-time recruiter, purchase an HR system, and…
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An interesting phenomenon in the startup world, and one that very few acknowledge, is the practice of “faking it until you make it (click for an unofficial definition).” This concept…
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Having a mentor (or a whole bunch!) while building a company is essential. Surveys have shown that 70 percent of small businesses that receive mentorship survive past the first five…
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In nature, when you fail it has pretty bad consequences — you end up getting eaten by a tiger or some other predator. In the corporate world, “failure” is also typically associated…
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“Love what you do,” may be the most commonly-offered piece of career advice the world over — and it’s particularly critical in the startup or tech scene where long nights, weekend…