by Jim Schleckser | Jul 18, 2023 | Advisory Groups, Business, Entrepreneur
Instead of dreading competition, explore opportunities for collaboration and knowledge exchange with them. I’ve maintained a friendly demeanor toward my competitors throughout my professional journey. It’s become a habit for me to reach out and have...
by Jim Schleckser | Jul 11, 2023 | Advisory Groups
The consequences of Silicon Valley Bank’s (SVB) collapse due to a liquidity crisis were evident to everyone. SVB had allocated its available capital into long-term investments, resulting in insufficient liquid funds to meet the demands of its depositors....
by Jim Schleckser | May 23, 2023 | Advisory Groups
Recently, I encountered a captivating leadership theory that offers valuable insights into the internal dynamics and tensions within organizations. The professor and scholar Mary Uhl-Bien named this complexity leadership theory, which she uses to define a set of...
by Jim Schleckser | May 16, 2023 | Business, Entrepreneur, Growth, HR, Strategy, Talent
During the initial phases of a company, it is essential to foster a collective commitment to success among every team member, be it your front-line employees or equity-holding partners. Encouraging each individual to surpass expectations and contribute significantly...
by Jim Schleckser | May 9, 2023 | Business, Decision Making, Entrepreneur, Leadership, Talent
I have a personal belief that not everyone is wired to make money. I’m not sure if people are born with it, but I call it the money-making gene. Regardless of whether it’s inherited or learned, it’s an important skill set for the people on your team...
