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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.
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.
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.
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.
Hints on Writing Business Plans
An overview of “Do”s and “Don’t”s in writing your business plan.
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.
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.
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.