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Entrepreneurship

4 min read

How to Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable

Back in November of 2016, I interviewed a Green Beret named Jason Van Camp for my INC column in a piece called “How to Get Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable.” We got to talking about his life in the military, and what he has applied from the military to his business pursuits. When I asked him […]

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Chris Dessi
3 min read

KPIs for CEOs: The Essential Metrics for Success

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) serve as the bedrock of any successful business. They provide leaders with a concise overview of their company’s overall health.

Whether you’re a CEO, team leader, or an aspiring entrepreneur, understanding and tracking the right KPIs can significantly influence your business decisions and lead to sustained growth.

Let’s delve into some of the most vital KPIs that can provide a 360-degree view of your business, leadership, and personal development.

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Chris Dessi
3 min read

Why Executives from Large Companies Fail at Startups: Lessons Learned from the Trenches

You may assume that an executive with years of experience leading a large corporation will thrive in the startup world. Well, not always.

Despite their past achievements, executives from large companies often face unexpected challenges when transitioning to startups.

Executives from large companies may struggle in the startup environment and share valuable lessons learned from the trenches.

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Chris Dessi
7 min read

What No One Tells You About Being an Entrepreneur

I’ve been an entrepreneur for 5 years. After being an entrepreneur for 2 years, I was broke. I had spent those first 2 years as an entrepreneur making less money than I had made when I was in my first job out of graduate school. Much less.

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Chris Dessi
4 min read

This Female Marijuana Entrepreneur Is Sparking a Movement and Building an Empire

Three years ago Jane West was a mid-level corporate manager, housewife and mother of two. Today West is sparking a movement and building an empire.

Named one of the “Most Influential People in Cannabis” by the International Business Times. West has been featured in Fortune Magazine, Newsweek, and Fast Company. She’s a savvy businesswoman for sure.

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Chris Dessi