by Jim Schleckser | Jan 23, 2016 | Business
Failure Isn’t an Option. It’s a Lesson Great CEOs accept that in order to innovate, then failure isn’t an option – it’s required and part of a healthy learning process. However, they make sure they are a “One Trial Learner”....
by Jim Schleckser | Jun 2, 2015 | Talent
Cultivating Your Company’s Culture Great companies look at the skill and the will of the potential hire, but they spend just as much time on cultural fit. And many use these four simple questions to determine that fit. When most people go about the process of...
by Jim Schleckser | Nov 13, 2024 | Growth, Sales
Every customer interaction needs to add value. When I managed a sales team full-time, I often noticed a recurring issue that could derail even the most promising deals. Sales reps would say things like, “I’m waiting to hear back” or “I’m trying...
by Jim Schleckser | Sep 10, 2024 | Delegation, Leadership, Management, Talent
Balancing Autonomy with the Need for Oversight Leadership has been highly glorified in both popular and academic discussions. At its core, leadership is about inspiring others to follow you in achieving a compelling goal. However, management, as distinct from top...
by Jim Schleckser | Jul 10, 2024 | Advisory Groups, Delegation, Growth
Effective Time Allocation: How to Make More Time for the Things That Matter Ever feel like your time allocation is not working, like there aren’t enough hours in the day? Now, imagine being the CEO of a growing company. It’s a constant juggle—opportunities to...
