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Speedboats and Supertankers, Startups and Enterprise

Speed is great if you are going in the right direction and momentum is what you need to grow. The post Speedboats and Supertankers, Startups and Enterprise appeared first on Joe Leech.

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Jumpstart your day with Pomodoro

I love the Pomodoro Technique. The post Jumpstart your day with Pomodoro appeared first on Joe Leech.

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Maximum Viable Product (MaxVP)

We have a Minimum Viable Product (MVP), now it's time to define a Maximum Viable Product (MaxVP). The post Maximum Viable Product (MaxVP) appeared first on Joe Leech.

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2020 – My Year in Review

For all of us 2020 was a year like none other. I wanted to step back and review my 2020. The post 2020 – My Year in Review appeared first on Joe Leech.

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We don’t have (sorry, I mean need) a strategy

2021 has been a tough year for many businesses, but the societal transformation lockdown has been like rocket fuel for many others. The post We don’t have (sorry, I mean need) a strategy appeared first...

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Looking sharp on Camera

It was time to upgrade. My desk was bowing, cables everywhere and I looked washed out on calls. The post Looking sharp on Camera appeared first on Joe Leech.

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What if your biggest weakness could be your greatest strength?

One of the joys of my job is that I work with CEOs at all points on their journey. The post What if your biggest weakness could be your greatest strength? appeared first on Joe Leech.

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Your startup: Founder led vs Venture led?

I coach founder CEOs, around ⅔ are start-up founders and they fit into two very distinct categories. The post Your startup: Founder led vs Venture led? appeared first on Joe Leech.

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How to Get Out of the Fog

Starting a new job, particularly a leadership role (or indeed starting a new project) you face two distinct challenges: The post How to Get Out of the Fog appeared first on Joe Leech.

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Having the difficult conversation

Three times over the few months I've come across CEOs who are NOT having the difficult conversations they know they have to have. The post Having the difficult conversation appeared first on Joe Leech.

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What if Imposter Syndrome is a Feature not a Bug?

🙉 The one time I didn't listen to my internal imposter was a disaster. The post What if Imposter Syndrome is a Feature not a Bug? appeared first on Joe Leech.

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It’s the 7 out of 10s that are dangerous

Be it projects, ideas, schemes, partnerships or promises it's easy to spot a 2/10 and say 'no, it's not for me'. 10 out of 10s are also an easy spot, you just know you want to do it and do it now. It's...

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I’ll be happy when…

👂'I'll be happy when...' I hear this time and again. Do you find yourself thinking it too? The post I’ll be happy when… appeared first on Joe Leech.

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How to Thrive in a Recession

🤯 60% of CEOs think a recession will hit soon, and that's scary, but what if wasn't… The post How to Thrive in a Recession appeared first on Joe Leech.

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Everyone wants to be a winner. What separates the winners

“Every Olympian wants to win a gold medal. Every candidate wants to get the job. And if successful and unsuccessful people share the same goals, then the goal cannot be what differentiates the winners...

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Get to the root of the problem quickly with the 5 Whys

CEOs are an impatient breed. ❤️ Getting to the heart of an issue is a trait that sets many apart. But how do you do it? The post Get to the root of the problem quickly with the 5 Whys appeared first on...

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The airline captain comes over the tannoy. I’ve got good news and I’ve got...

The bad news, none of my instruments are working, I don’t know where we are and I don’t know how much fuel we have but the good news is we are ahead of schedule. The post The airline captain comes over...

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There is Always A Better Way

Everything had to change. I knew had to give up what had made me successful to that point. The post There is Always A Better Way appeared first on Joe Leech.

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Clarity is overrated

There I said it. The post Clarity is overrated appeared first on Joe Leech.

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The Great AI Scramble

I wanted this to be a long, deep essay about why tech companies are falling over themselves to develop, buy, grab, pivot, integrate whatever verb you please to AI. The post The Great AI Scramble...

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Forty percent of global CEOs think their organisation will no longer be...

– That's from PWCs 2023 survey of 4400 CEOs. So what to do about it? The post Forty percent of global CEOs think their organisation will no longer be economically viable in ten years’ time. appeared...

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Creating the Conditions for Success: The CEO’s Key Role in Business Growth

What is the number one job of a CEO? It's a question Ultimately, it comes down to one thing: creating the conditions for success. You can't guarantee sales, annual or monthly recurring revenue, but you...

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Why CEOs Should Embrace Vacation Time: Finding the Balance Between Control...

It's about a CEO who's worried about going on vacation, fearing that the business will come to a screeching halt without their watchful eye. But what if, during their absence, the company actually...

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Navigating the Unknown: Thriving Amidst Uncertainty

In my role as an executive coach, I have the privilege of working closely with CEOs and founders who are constantly faced with the challenge of navigating uncertainty. In today's rapidly evolving...

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Engineering CEOs: Mastering the Shift from Coding to Leadership

Hey there! I'd like to share some insights on the transformation tech founders and engineering CEOs face when moving from hands-on coding to leadership roles. The post Engineering CEOs: Mastering the...

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There are only 2 people you need to impress: Your 8-Year-Old and 80-Year-Old...

In life, there are two people you need to impress: your 8-year-old self and your 80-year-old self. They represent different stages of life and serve as reminders of what truly matters. The post There...

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The Power of Running Towards Problems: Conquering Challenges as a CEO

Problems are inevitable in any business, but how you handle them can make all the difference. As a CEO, adopting the mindset of running towards problems instead of avoiding them can lead to more...

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Taming Your Inner Arsehole Boss

As a founder or CEO, you may often feel like you don't have a boss. The post Taming Your Inner Arsehole Boss appeared first on Joe Leech.

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Why you need to Grow as a Leader faster than your Business Grows

Being the leader of a high growth business is like skiing ahead of an avalanche.  The post Why you need to Grow as a Leader faster than your Business Grows appeared first on Joe Leech.

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Growth can only come when you move past fear

When asked about fear, most CEOs I work with deny experiencing it. But that's not the whole answer. The post Growth can only come when you move past fear appeared first on Joe Leech.

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Laying the tracks vs Running the trains

In leadership, individuals tend to excel in one of two areas: laying the tracks or running the trains. The post Laying the tracks vs Running the trains appeared first on Joe Leech.

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The Definitive Guide to Taking Time Off

Truly taking time off work requires changes in mindset and skillset. I've spent years refining this approach alongside the CEOs I work with. The post The Definitive Guide to Taking Time Off appeared...

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Better to be bold than boring

If it's going to work well, then the relationship has to work in both directions. The post Better to be bold than boring appeared first on Joe Leech.

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Are You Reacting? Or Acting?

Let's ponder on something today. The post Are You Reacting? Or Acting? appeared first on Joe Leech.

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There’s nothing wrong with an average day

What IS an average day? The post There’s nothing wrong with an average day appeared first on Joe Leech.

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CEOs, Founders. It’s 2024. It’s time to show your personal brand.

No. I'm not talking about getting millions of views on TikTok. The post CEOs, Founders. It’s 2024. It’s time to show your personal brand. appeared first on Joe Leech.

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A Mentor, a Coach, and a Consultant walk into a bar…

What's the difference between the three? How can each of them support you and your goals. The post A Mentor, a Coach, and a Consultant walk into a bar… appeared first on Joe Leech.

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Lets Talk Strategy and Success

A simple model to create success The post Lets Talk Strategy and Success appeared first on Joe Leech.

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Expectations are Dangerous

Swap them for agreements. The post Expectations are Dangerous appeared first on Joe Leech.

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Translating Culture into Guidance

That SOUNDS a lot easier than it is... and often it's the hardest thing to pick apart. The post Translating Culture into Guidance appeared first on Joe Leech.

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Am I doing this RIGHT?

I've been asked this, in some way, shape or form by almost every single CEO and Founder I've ever worked with. The post Am I doing this RIGHT? appeared first on Joe Leech.

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Onboarding for Senior Leaders

You're probably not sure at all how to do it. The post Onboarding for Senior Leaders appeared first on Joe Leech.

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Settling for Bonsai Success

Any idea what I'm talking about here? The post Settling for Bonsai Success appeared first on Joe Leech.

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The Dangers of Open Loops…

We all know that getting tasks finished is what makes our business a success. The post The Dangers of Open Loops… appeared first on Joe Leech.

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Planning an exit?

Are you planning to exit from a 'position of power'? The post Planning an exit? appeared first on Joe Leech.

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The problem with busy.

Are you constantly busy but not making meaningful progress? The post The problem with busy. appeared first on Joe Leech.

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No one is ever ready to be CEO.

No One’s Ever Fully Prepared to Be CEO. The post No one is ever ready to be CEO. appeared first on Joe Leech.

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A Wheelbarrow of Success

What’s Really in Your Wheelbarrow of Success? The post A Wheelbarrow of Success appeared first on Joe Leech.

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State of SaaS Exits in 2024 / How to Know When It’s Time to Sell.

What’s the best size for your business when looking to sell? The post State of SaaS Exits in 2024 / How to Know When It’s Time to Sell. appeared first on Joe Leech.

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Master the Inner Game to Lead Better

The Difference Between the Outer and Inner Game. The post Master the Inner Game to Lead Better appeared first on Joe Leech.

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