As an early-stage startup founder, you’re laser-focused on getting your business off the ground. Building your product, hiring a team, chasing revenue – it’s all-consuming. But there’s something equally crucial you need to care about in those chaotic early days: your employees’ mental health. The
As a solo founder launching a start-up, you have to be a jack of all trades in those early scrappy days. HR likely falls to the bottom of your priority list. But even basic HR practices will help you build a motivated, high-performing team. Here
Early start-up hires often become more than just colleagues – they feel like trusted friends. While workplace friendships build culture, founders must walk a fine line to avoid conflicts of interest. Here’s how to balance camaraderie and professionalism. The Upside of Start-up Friendships Developing personal
Running a start-up can be an intense pressure cooker that pushes founders and employees to their breaking point if they aren’t careful. The always-on hustle mentality celebrated in start-up culture often glorifies overwork, sleep deprivation, and grinding yourself to the bone. But this romanticization of
When you start a company, it’s tempting to consider yourself an automatic expert leader. But management skills don’t come standard with the founder title. Leadership is developed through intentional practice over time. As a first-timer, acknowledging your gaps is the critical first step to level
The influence founders wield can breed unhealthy power dynamics if mishandled. Without intentional checks, your authority can become absolute and toxic. Here’s how to lead ethically and empower your team. Founder Authority Can Distort Judgement As a startup founder, you may unconsciously: Beware of distorted
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