You need to have a Assemble a dedicated team
Successful entrepreneurs are not only social and selling smarts, but also the know-how to hire effectively
When putting your team together, look for people whose values are aligned with the purpose and mission of your company.
Even with a staff of only five or 10, it can be tough to know what’s going on with everyone. Hence need to communicate but not over communicate.
When you run a small business, you might assume your team understands your goals and mission -- and they may.
But, everybody needs to be reminded of where the company’s going and what things will look like when you get there.
Entrepreneurs have the vision, the energy, and they’re out there trying to make it happen.
It’s almost like they think their enthusiasm by extension will be infectious -- but it’s not. You have to bring people into your world and communicate really proactively.”
Good leaders instill their personality and beliefs into the fabric of their organization. If you be yourself, and not try to act like someone else, and surround yourself with people who are aligned with your values, your business is more likely to succeed
“If you’re authentic, you attract the right people to your organization -- employees and customers.”
Most entrepreneurs are optimistic and certain that they’re driving toward their goals. But, Flaxington says, it’s a short-sighted leader who doesn’t take the time to understand his obstacles.
Successful entrepreneurs are not only social and selling smarts, but also the know-how to hire effectively
When putting your team together, look for people whose values are aligned with the purpose and mission of your company.
Even with a staff of only five or 10, it can be tough to know what’s going on with everyone. Hence need to communicate but not over communicate.
When you run a small business, you might assume your team understands your goals and mission -- and they may.
But, everybody needs to be reminded of where the company’s going and what things will look like when you get there.
Entrepreneurs have the vision, the energy, and they’re out there trying to make it happen.
It’s almost like they think their enthusiasm by extension will be infectious -- but it’s not. You have to bring people into your world and communicate really proactively.”
Good leaders instill their personality and beliefs into the fabric of their organization. If you be yourself, and not try to act like someone else, and surround yourself with people who are aligned with your values, your business is more likely to succeed
“If you’re authentic, you attract the right people to your organization -- employees and customers.”
Most entrepreneurs are optimistic and certain that they’re driving toward their goals. But, Flaxington says, it’s a short-sighted leader who doesn’t take the time to understand his obstacles.