One of our articles this week reflects on the boss who put a fixed salary for all in place. It reveals an interesting insight into his strategy. Would you be up for it?
Also covered in this issue: a long-read dealing with how to make most of user feedback. And, Steve Blank's ponderings on raising money as a journey not an event.
Enjoy reading,
Culture
The boss who put everyone on 70K
Having your share in the company's worth should be plenty of upside, so why aren't more owner-operators paying themselves the minimum wage used at their company?
What’s really holding women back?
An insightful read on how overwork culture is holding (men and) women back.
Black History's impact on entrepreneurship
Black history month is a great moment to reflect on all of the amazing entrepreneurs of color that have had an impact in society and it triggers us to think about diversity in our own organisations.
Modern Entrepreneurship
Growth
4 Signs you need a dedicated user feedback system
User feedback is as valuable as gold. But how do you handle, store and deploy yours?
Trends
Startups bet that lonely freelancers crave company
Ever considered co-working, online, as a freelancer or indie entrepreneur?
Team
McKinsey study of 1,700 companies reveals CEOs don’t understand design leadership at all
” In other words, 66% of CEOs couldn’t say what their CDO actually did, or how that success should be measured.”
Finance
How to raise money – It’s a journey not an event
Keep your eyes on the prize, not (only) on the next round of funding.
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