Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Many stories would have you believe that the markers of entrepreneurial success are confidence, talent and grit. And while possessing these things can certainly play a part in your achievements, there are other foundational skills — specifically, soft skills — that drive success. As a CEO, I’ve…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. As a frequent traveler to Japan, I started learning the language four years ago. But in between grammar and vocabulary, my Japanese tutor offered a deeper lesson. “Craig,” she asked me early on, “What do you truly need from these lessons?” Was my goal to pass a…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. I have led a successful media production and communication consulting company for over three decades. That means I have beat the odds. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, “about 20% of new businesses fail in their first two years, 45% fail in their first five…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Leadership isn’t one-size-fits-all, but if you break it down, I believe there are four main pillars that most leaders lean on: performance, process, people and planning. Every leader brings a unique approach to the table, and, often, one specific style becomes a primary driver of how they…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. What makes a good leader? Ask any entrepreneur, and you’re likely to get different (albeit, pretty similar) answers. You might have heard that a good leader is strong, decisive, confident and honest. Or perhaps a “good” leader to you is optimistic, creative and forward-thinking. After over 20…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Lemonlight recently hit its 10-year anniversary, and in honor of the milestone, I’ve been looking back at how much has changed for both the company and my role as a leader. I started by figuring things out as I went along, but my approach to leadership has…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Taking on a leadership role — especially as a new CEO — brings its own set of fears and challenges. For many, it can trigger “imposter syndrome,” causing doubt about the ability to handle the demands of the new position. Some new leaders feel stuck at first,…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. When I coach water polo, one of the first things I tell my team is, “Success doesn’t always end in a goal.” Players forget their fundamentals — not to mention teamwork and good sportsmanship — when all they think about is scoring. In the long run, this…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Digital design shapes every interaction we have online, from checking our email to managing our healthcare to connecting with friends and family. For many people, these daily digital encounters can activate stress, anxiety and even re-traumatization. The reality is that trauma isn’t rare or exceptional; it’s a…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. If you haven’t caught the dialogue around “founder mode” of late, let me get you up to speed: Brian Chesky, founder and CEO of Airbnb, has recently been celebrated for his refusal to step back from the driver’s seat amidst assertions that his decision to retain control…
