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When I started watching a roundtable discussion from the early writers of The Simpsons, I wasn’t expecting a really great lesson in company culture. The discussion included Conan O'Brien, who also worked as a writer on SNL. He talked about the difference between the two writers rooms: The SNL writer’s room was competitive. There were limited opportunities to get your work showcased, so everyone was looking out for themselves. The Simpsons writer’s room was collaborative. Everyone was working together to put out the highest quality episode. If someone else came up with a good joke, everyone was excited because the episode was better. At a startup, everyone should be working together to put out the highest quality product. People shouldn’t feel like they need to push their ideas forward because it might be the only chance they have to shine. Instead, employees should be encouraged to work together to answer the question: how do we build the best product? Link to the video in the comments - there are a few other good lessons in there!

How do you measure authenticity? Pretty tough, but you know it when you see it. That's why it was so fun having 💥 Katie Martell on the #cheatcode this week. Interesting conversation about maybe over-indexing on authenticity... we've all either heard or said, "That's just who I am or how I've always done it." People and brands reserve the right to change, evolve and adapt. If you don't are you really growing? We take a deep dive into all sorts of topics surrounding authenticity, including how it impacts culture in a start-up. The advantage start-ups have is the ability to be nimble. Today's talent market is highly competitive, employees expect more of their employer. A huge opportunity for early stage founders to use their authentic self to bring forward the mission and values of their company. Allowing them to attract those that align with them codifying the foundation of the organization. Highly entertaining episode as Katie brings her authentic self from bell to bell. Full episode linked in the comments.

In an illuminating episode of Founders Fortitude, Alex Zaccaria, co-founder of Linktree, shares a riveting account of resilience and innovation amidst the pandemic’s onset. When COVID-19 threatened to dismantle the music and entertainment agency Bolster, Alex and his team faced the dual challenge of managing Linktree’s explosive growth and Bolster’s sudden revenue collapse. This episode delves into the harrowing yet inspiring journey of navigating through uncertainty, making pivotal decisions under pressure, and the crucial role of adaptability in the face of adversity. Key takeaways from this episode: - The importance of agility and readiness to pivot in response to unforeseen challenges. - The significance of maintaining a positive outlook and resilience during times of crisis. - Insights into the fundraising process under duress and the value of learning on the fly. - Strategies for managing personal well-being and avoiding burnout amidst business turmoil.

"When I joined in March 2015, we were 30 people. By the end of the year, we were 700. It was crazy, crazy growth!" Just a short clip from Vaso Parisinou's 30-minute podcast with Zelt's Founder and CEO Chris Priebe! Together, Vaso and Chris cover: 🕰️ How the people function has changed and why the stereotypes about people teams are outdated 📈 Hyper-scaling startups and people teams, and normalising cultural changes with rapid growth 💰 The horrors of compensation reviews in spreadsheets, the nuances of fair pay, and why she joined Ravio Hit the link below to hear more👇 #HR #People #Compensation #Benefits

Loved hearing how Mike Snavely’s focus on culture helps drive the success at Phunware. I invite you to listen to this episode to learn more. #boyarmiller #buildingtexasbusiness #cultureisking #podcast

In today’s episode of Building Texas Business, Chris chats with Mike Snavely, CEO of Phunware. Hear how shifting culture from rigid control to empowering autonomous teams with accountability revived success. Click the link to hear the latest. https://hubs.ly/Q02Byzpg0 #podcast #latestepisode #buildingtexasbusiness

Culture isn't being nice to people. Okay, let's be clear at the onset - we all want to be kind, and we all appreciate when others are kind to us. Don't get us wrong, occasional celebrations and team treats are great. But is that where your company culture truly lies? In this week's episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Scott Greenberg, the dynamic author of "Stop the Shift Show." Scott emphasizes that Culture takes more than just that. What do you think? Listen here! https://buff.ly/48loA4B Or search “The Dealer Playbook” on YouTube 📺 to watch all episodes. #culture #automotiveindustry #workplaceculture

🎙️In our latest podcast episode, Sharon McClafferty and Mike McHenry from Seamless SMSF explore the magic of workplace culture. They discuss why culture is the superhero of business success and how to harness its powers. Expect real stories, actionable insights, and practical tips to craft a workplace culture that’s the heartbeat of your business! 🎧Listen to the episode here: https://rb.gy/8wgffo #Podcast #InTheSlipstream #CultureIsKing #BusinessGrowth #Culture #SlipstreamGroup

Want to make a difference at work, even if you're not the boss? In the latest episode of Tech Careers and Money Talk hosted by Christopher Nelson, executive and coach Matt Doan emphasized the power of asserting your ideas and suggestions in the workplace. According to Matt, being a good leader doesn't necessarily require being the most senior person. It's about understanding that teams suffer together and offering solutions to improve processes, meetings, and routines. Here are some key takeaways from the episode: 🗣️ Speak up and present your ideas for process improvements or changes in routine. 🗣️ Good leaders are open to suggestions and receptive to testing new approaches. 🗣️ Don't let hierarchy limit your ability to make a positive impact on the team. By being assertive and offering solutions, you can enhance teamwork, productivity, and overall success. Every voice can contribute to innovation, regardless of position or seniority. Don't miss this empowering episode of Tech Careers and Money Talk with Christopher Nelson and Matt Doan. Learn how to make your ideas heard and share the episode with your colleagues to foster a culture of innovation! 💪🌟 👉 Listen to the full episode here: https://buff.ly/45b0rfj Share this episode with your friends and colleagues who are also looking to make a bigger impact at work. #tech #career #money

Building a SaaS is like solving a Rubik's cube. Every piece you move affects the others, and if you keep at it, at some point, each face of the cube starts clicking into place. Once you have a product being used by a few people, the next challenge is retention. There's nothing more satisfying than knowing you can double down on acquisition efforts because once people convert, they're likely to stay with you for a long time. That's the real game. Thanks, Andrew Michael, for having me on @ChurnFM ✊ #retention #saas #buildingproducts #churn