the best entrepreneurs were open minded and had good judgment. He contrasted that with failed entrepreneurs who were stubborn and had bad judgment. Paul stated that while having bad judgment could be a handicap for an entrepreneur Startup success requires confidence but not certainty. board meetings shouldn't be about certainty. The should be about confidence. The confidence to hear what other smart people have to say. The confidence to listen. The confidence to stand firm on things you believe are critical to the success of your company. And the confidence to change your position when clearer minds prevail. Like great Presidents, the best CEOs will have the character and the confidence to lead while listening. It isn't easy. But it can mean the difference between success and failure. iterative failure ("ready, shoot, aim!") is likely a better strategy. |
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