Monthly Archives: February 2006
The Myth of Digital and Technology Convergence
“Convergence” is one of those buzz-words that just won’t go away. The Next New Thing is always some kind of bloomin’ convergence. Well convergence is a myth, when it comes to markets. This article tell you why. Continue reading
Remember community in the rush to riches
There’s more to life than just making money, “the economy,” or what’s good for productivity. Just ask your kids. Continue reading
Warren Buffett on CEO Measurement
Warren Buffett’s commentary on CEO measurement and pay. Continue reading
What is a CEO’s job?
What is a CEO’s job? This abbreviated summary of the original article has been replaced by the full article, available at CEOJOB1.HTM. Continue reading
The Joys of Power Yoga
Yoga’s a great way to stay flexible. Power Yoga’s a great way to stay fit. Here’s one man’s (humorous!) account of life balance through Yoga. Continue reading
Building an Internet Business
Ever wanted to start your own internet business? This article tells you who you need and what capabilities you need to bring on board. Continue reading
A Venture Capital panel discussion Q&A, by Stever Robbins
Questions and Answers from a Venture Capital panel discussion. This article tells both the VC side of the story and suggests that you may not want venture capitalists as your Be-All and End-All of financing options. Continue reading
Things I’ve learned about stock … the hard way (this is a paper I wrote for a friend in the late 90s)
Things I’ve learned about stock … the hard way (this is a paper I wrote for a friend in the late 90s) Continue reading
Things to Know about Stock vs. Options
Things to Know about Stock vs. Options. Continue reading
Anecdote on Quality of Life
An amusing anecdote from Mark Albion’s newsletter about what quality of life might mean for an American… Continue reading
Pull Leadership Manifesto
Leadership isn’t about giving orders. It never has been. It’s about making yourself so attractive that people want to follow. This Manifesto lays out how you can stop pushing your agenda and instead become a “Pull Leader.” Continue reading
Mastering Overwhelm at Work!
Too much coming at you from all directions? Slow down! This article provides tips for regaining control of your life. Continue reading
Mastering Email Overload
This article, originally printed in Harvard Business School’s Working Knowledge gives several different techniques for helping get email under control. The article was one of the most-read articles at HBS, has been translated into more than 7 languages, and reprinted in Entrepreneur.com, and several magazines. Continue reading
You’re living under a magnifying glass!
In a leadership position, even the small stuff … isn’t. People watch your every move. Get used to it. Continue reading
Monthly Leadership Q&A Column, Harvard Business School Working Knowledge
Stever’s monthly column, the Leadership Workshop, on Harvard Business School’s Working Knowledge website. Continue reading
Statistics on Startup Success, by Stever Robbins
The IPO is the holy grail of entrepreneurship. It’s publicized, however, precisely because it’s so darned rare. This article lays out the actual numbers on how probable it is that you’ll be the one to make it to IPO. Continue reading
What does a CEO do? A CEO Job Description (part 4: keeping your competence)
The CEO has one of the oddest and least understood job descriptions of anyone in a company. This article is the last in a series of four that outline what a CEO should be doing and how she should be spending her time. Continue reading
What does a CEO do? A CEO Job Description (part 3: pitfalls) by Stever Robbins
The CEO has one of the oddest and least understood job descriptions of anyone in a company. This article is the third in a series of four that outline what a CEO should be doing and how she should be spending her time. Continue reading
What does a CEO do? A CEO Job Description (part 2: measuring success)
The CEO has one of the oddest and least understood job descriptions of anyone in a company. This article is the second in a series of four that outline what a CEO should be doing and how she should be spending her time. Continue reading
Hints on Writing Business Plans
An overview of “Do”s and “Don’t”s in writing your business plan. Continue reading
Growing Pains: Getting a Business Through It’s Awkward Stages, Boston Business Journal, Sept. 2003
Stage 1: you have an idea. Stage 2: you’ve developed the business. Stage 3: you’re making money, it’s for real, you’re successful … so why is everything sudden chaos? This article helps you understand that Stage 3 entrepreneurship requires real changes in how you do business.
Think Before Mixing Business, Buds, and Blood, Boston Business Journal, Dec. 2003
Thinking of going into business with friends and family? Think twice. It may not be the smooth ride you imagine. Continue reading
Making the Jump From Workhorse to Leader, Boston Business Journal, Oct. 2003
As your company grows, you need to change how you think and how you spend your time if you’re to lead the company to success. Here’s how to adopt the mindset of a leader. Continue reading
Activation Required software poses a serious risk to your business
More and more software developers are selling software that must be “activated” after you buy it. Though this seems reasonable on the face of it, it quietly makes the vendor a critical part of keeping your business running. This article explores why activation-required software is a huge business risk. Continue reading
What does a CEO do? A CEO Job Description (part 1: duties) by Stever Robbins
The CEO has one of the oddest and least understood job descriptions of anyone in a company. This article is the first in a series of four that outline what a CEO should be doing and how she should be spending her time. Continue reading
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