“The first step in solving a problem is to recognize that it does exist.” — Zig Ziglar One of the hardest things for me as a coach is watching businesses close down when I know, deep down, they could have been saved. It’s not always about bad timing, bad products, or lack of funds. Often, […]
At the end of his final speech as CEO, Stephen Elop delivered a line that still reverberates through business corridors today: “We didn’t do anything wrong, but somehow, we lost.” Those words, delivered amidst tears at the press conference announcing the sale of the company’s mobile division to Microsoft, cut deep—not because they admitted failure, […]
For startup founders, the journey often feels like a toss between two paths: pursuing traditional funding or finding guidance through coaching programs. The spotlight has long been on venture capitalists, angel investors, and accelerators. These are the names that make the headlines, while startup coaching is rarely seen as part of the conversation. Even for […]
I’ve been experimenting with AI tools since well before OpenAI launched ChatGPT. Back then, they were clunky and fragmented, little pieces of automation stitched together, producing more noise than clarity. To get real insights, I often had to lean on a different kind of intelligence: my wife. She was the unofficial co-pilot of Accolade Coaching, […]
Ever wonder what it’s like to run a business where everything just clicks? Where customers show up, stick around, and bring their friends? Where revenue climbs, but your stress doesn’t? Where your team stays lean, your operations stay smooth, and your margins get better as you grow? That’s the magic of a highly efficient business […]
Have you ever dreamed of building the next Spotify, Tesla, or Airbnb? You’re not alone. These companies have become icons, poster children for modern entrepreneurship. Their founders are celebrated for disrupting industries, scaling fast, and capturing the imagination of investors worldwide. But there’s something these success stories don’t advertise up front: None of them made […]
Great businesses aren’t just built on big ideas, they’re built on smart decisions, tested assumptions, and a system that learns before it fails. If your operations rely on people “just getting it right,” it’s only a matter of time before something breaks. Table of Contents The Reality of Running a Business Why Testing and Iteration […]
We love the idea of free. Free knowledge, free tools, free learning. But what happens when “free” starts costing millions? Welcome to the real world of mission-driven innovation. Table of Contents The Beauty and Burden of a Big Mission OpenAI: From Altruism to Capped-Profit Duolingo: Free Learning, Smart Funding The Common Thread: Purpose Needs a […]
Everywhere you look, it seems like a new AI startup is popping up. Founders are pivoting, investors are watching closely, and the buzz around artificial intelligence is louder than ever. But here’s the question worth asking: is building something with AI enough to guarantee success? Spoiler alert—it’s not. Table of Contents Why “We Use AI” […]
What if the key to groundbreaking innovation isn’t genius, but grit and a willingness to challenge the norm? James Dyson’s journey proves that relentless curiosity and perseverance can shape entire industries. Table of Contents From Setbacks to Success Three Innovation Lessons from Sir James Dyson Final Thoughts Ready to Build the Next Big Thing? From […]
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