The value of criticism

One of the great opportunities to learn something new and expand your horizon is to engage in conversation with someone you don't agree with. You might still have disagreements after your conversation, but at least you have gotten the opportunity to get some perspective. And boy, do we often need that. For that reason I… Continue reading The value of criticism

A ‘bible’ on your quest

If you are working on creating anything new, anything outside the norm, you know that it can be a daunting task. You know that it can feel impossible at times, and you know that you can get to the point where you really doubt what you're doing, and how to proceed with confidence. Thankfully, there… Continue reading A ‘bible’ on your quest

Stay manageable

Yesterday I met with an former colleague who stepped down from a C-level job to essentially become a landlord renting out spare rooms in his house and making a nice flexible living doing so. It was very inspiring - and surprising. We took a walk, and he 'walked' me through his business and how he… Continue reading Stay manageable

Show it, don’t tell it

During the years I have met many people who have been incredibly frustrated trying to make good use of Business Model Canvas. They often follow a traditional hype cycle, where they start up enthusiastically and full of energy and purpose only to burn out after a week or two with little progress. While it is… Continue reading Show it, don’t tell it