Can I Lead Without Being Liked?by Wil SchroterIt’s a Founder’s job to make difficult and unpopular decisions, even unconventional ones, which may merit the team's unfavorable reactions. So, at what point will being likable still matter?Continue
When To Admit “I Messed Up”by Wil SchroterThere's absolute power in being able to claim not only our victories — but our losses as well. Continue
How Transparent Should I be With Staff?by Wil SchroterAs Founders, it's our job to set the tone for optimism in the workplace. When it comes to our own feelings, transparency is a huge luxury. Continue
Why Isn't Anyone As Committed As The Founder?by Wil SchroterThere are certain aspects of your Startup that you’ve got to shoulder on your own. After all, a Founder’s superpower is the intensity of their commitment.Continue
How to Make Potential Failure Less Scaryby Wil SchroterAs Founders, fear of failure is inevitable. But what are we really afraid of? And how we go about unpacking it?Continue
Why Doesn't Anyone Understand What I'm Going Through?by Wil SchroterTrying to explain what we do to anyone is a challenge — unless it's another Founder. We need to consider our audience and mold our response to "what we do" depending on who we are talking to.Continue
Many Startups Shut Down a Few Times Before Succeedingby Wil SchroterShutdowns are a part of the startup lifecycle. The sooner we recognize that the sooner we can get back in the game for the next run!Continue
Why No One Tells Founders "It's over, move on."by Wil SchroterNo one ever actually tells Founders it's OK to quit. No one except other Founders, of course.Continue
What Founders Learn From Growing up Brokeby Wil SchroterGrowing up broke sucks, but can be one of the most valuable assets to shape us as a Startup Founder. Continue
What do We "Owe" Our Employees?by Wil SchroterEmployees are a key component in the livelihood of a startup. For all of the work they invest, what return should they rightfully expect on that effort?Continue