VIDEOS
The Function of a Board of Directors Shouldn't Be a Mystery #business #leadership #business
Check out Episode 32 that answers the listener question, "What Do Boards of Directors Do? " -- and I'm glad for this question because it shouldn't be a mystery...
... it's also really straightforward-- yet, it's exceedingly difficult to build an effective BoD that is functional, can grow with the business, and focus not just on status, but what it takes to enable steady, predictable, high achieving performance.
And check out my show Ask Christa! …
Ask Christa! What do Boards of Directors Do?
Summary
In this episode of Ask Christa!, Christa Dhimo discusses the essential functions and responsibilities of a Board of Directors (BODs). She talks about how BODs serve as oversight bodies, the importance of matching board composition with organizational needs, and the evolving functions of boards as companies grow, and a BOD’s responsibility to constructively steward an organization through challenges, too. Christa emphasizes the traits and characteristics that make for effective boa…
How do you make outsourcing decisions? #smallbusiness #business #entrepreneur
Episode 30 addresses the listener question, "What is outsourcing and should all businesses do it?" (and yes, all businesses should do it, especially the smaller ones...) -- but it is a strategic decision and should not be considered a decision that "saves money."
And check out my show Ask Christa! where I review the listener question, answer using practical tips, then offer additional resources (always in the show notes)!
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Can someone be born to be a founder? #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship #business
What do "born founders" look like, and do you need to be born with an entrepreneurial spirit in order to be successful?
Episode 29 answers the listener question, "Why do so many startups fail?"
And check out my show Ask Christa! where I review the listener question, answer using practical tips, then offer additional resources (always in the show notes)!
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Ask Christa! Business Questions, Straight Answers, Real Impact
What do founders overlook the most? (starting with a plan...) #business #strategy #founders
Check out Episode 31, which answers the listener question, "What areas of a business do founders overlook the most? "
(anyone ever hear this, "I don't need a plan, that's too 'corporate'.")
This is episode 6 of 6 in the Business Basics Series that addresses various business questions in a way that aims to teach about business, too.
And check out my show Ask Christa! where I review the listener question, answer using practical t…
Listener Question: "What do founders overlook the most?" #business #startup #leadership
Summary
In this episode, Christa Dhimo addresses the listener question asking what aspects of a business are commonly overlooked by founders. She emphasizes the critical importance of having an executable plan, understanding customer needs, having a sound perspective on business, and the necessity of detailed planning for success. Christa also discusses the unique traits of founders and how they can impact business outcomes, highlighting that success is not solely based on personality but…
Outsource when you need a function, but not a FULL TIME function #smallbusiness #entrepreneur
Episode 30 addresses the listener question, "What is outsourcing and should all businesses do it?"
(yes, all businesses should do it, especially the smaller ones...)
One of the key advantages to outsourcing is having deep expertise from another company when you need their deep expertise vs hiring such experts when you don't need them full time...
And check out my show Ask Christa! where I review the listener question, answer using practical tips, then offer …
What drives most founders to startup a company? #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship #business
Episode 29 of Ask Christa! addresses the listener question, "Why do so many startups fail?"
I review three key failure points, but I talk more about what makes the GOOD ONES succeed...
And check out my show Ask Christa! where I review the listener question, answer using practical tips, then offer additional resources (always in the show notes)!
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Ask Christa! Business Questions, Straight Answers, Real Impact
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The strategic case for small businesses to outsource #strategy #business #logistics
"Outsourcing" used to be a scary word, but these days, it's about leveraging OTHER companies' core competencies so you can focus on what YOU do best...
Episode 30 just dropped and it answers the listener question, "What is outsourcing and should all businesses do it?"
And check out my show Ask Christa! where I review the listener question, answer using practical tips, then offer additional resources (always in the show notes)!
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Ask Christa! What is Outsourcing and should all businesses do it?
Summary
In this episode of Ask Christa!, Christa Dhimo explores the concept of outsourcing, explaining that every business engages in outsourcing to some extent, emphasizing the importance of leveraging outsourcing to enable businesses to focus on their core competencies: what they do best. The key to outsourcing is being intentional about what stays in-house and what gets handed off. She shares relatable examples from areas like logistics and PR, and walks the listeners through how to de…
The VC funding model isn't the only way to fund! #business #innovation
Many people think venture capital is the foremost (and most popular) way to fund a startup-- but that's not true! There are a lot of different ways startups get funded. Your funding strategy must match your objectives...
Episode 28 is LIVE and is the 3rd of 6 in the Business Basics Series. It answers the question, "What's the best funding model for startups?"
(use the Video Chapters in the episode's show notes to skip around as needed)
And che…
The strategic case for small businesses to outsource #strategy #business #logistics
"Outsourcing" used to be a scary word, but these days, it's about leveraging OTHER companies' core competencies so you can focus on what YOU do best...
Episode 30 just dropped and it answers the listener question, "What is outsourcing and should all businesses do it?"
And check out my show Ask Christa! where I review the listener question, answer using practical tips, then offer additional resources (always in the show notes)!
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Ask Christa! What is Outsourcing and should all businesses do it? #business #entrepreneur #strategy
Summary
In this episode of Ask Christa!, Christa Dhimo explores the concept of outsourcing, explaining that every business engages in outsourcing to some extent, emphasizing the importance of leveraging outsourcing to enable businesses to focus on their core competencies: what they do best. The key to outsourcing is being intentional about what stays in-house and what gets handed off. She shares relatable examples from areas like logistics and PR, and walks the listeners through how to de…
New product? Build as much value as possible before seeking funding... #business #innovation
Build the prototype and THEN find funding? Or get funding TO build the prototype? Chicken or the egg?
Well... the goal is actually about VALUE, and there's only one way to get ahead of the game...
Season 3 Episode 27 is part of my Business Basics series where I’m answering a lot of general questions I’ve received in the last two months. Questions include: how a business runs, how to learn about the basics, and how to get savvy about funding in make-sense, easy ways.
Startup funding models are strategic-- many founders focus on tactics #business #innovation
Episode 28 is LIVE and is the 3rd of 6 in the Business Basics Series. It answers the question, "What's the best funding model for startups?"
(use the Video Chapters in the episode's show notes to skip around as needed)
Are you asking the right questions to focus on which funding model is best for your business and product needs?
And check out my show Ask Christa! where I review the listener question, answer using practical tips, then offer addition…
Why Do So Many Startups Fail? (preview for S3E29!!) #startup #business #entrepreneur
Why DO so many startups fail?
* They run out of cash?
* Poor market fit?
* Bad timing?
* Founder temperament?
Check out Episode 29 that answers the listener question, "Why do so many startups fail?"
And check out my show Ask Christa! where I review the listener question, answer using practical tips, then offer additional resources (always in the show notes)!
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Ask Christa! Why Do So Many Startups Fail?
Summary
In this episode of Ask Christa!, Christa Dhimo addresses the common question of why so many startups fail. She explores the assumptions about founders, the importance of vision and mission, market fit, business management, and effective leadership in startup success. She discusses how founders are often driven by a deep belief in the vision for their business and mission of their product(s) rather than a tolerance for risk. Christa emphasizes that while startups face numerous chal…
New product and new business? Focus on FUTURE VALUE #business #investing #innovation
Build the prototype and THEN find funding? Or get funding TO build the prototype? Chicken or the egg?
Well... the goal is actually about VALUE, so the answer to the question is...
Season 3 Episode 27 is part of my Business Basics series where I’m answering a lot of general questions I’ve received in the last two months. Questions include: how a business runs, how to learn about the basics, and how to get savvy about funding in make-sense, easy ways.
Check out the ep…
Today's business research is not our grandparents' business research... #business
One of the best ways to learn about business basics is to read articles based on evidence-based research.
While that sounds like a real snoozer, current business research isn't like what it was decades ago-- at least, not "applied research" that focuses on real-world solutions based on real-world studies.
Seek out articles from media that offers evidence-based research in readable ways: Harvard Business Review (don't let the name fool you, the articles are…
The best funding models are the RIGHT funding models #business #innovation
Episode 28 is LIVE and is the 3rd of 6 in the Business Basics Series. It answers the question, "What's the best funding model for startups?"
(use the Video Chapters in the episode's show notes to skip around as needed)
Once you learn about the different funding models, you can begin to narrow in on the right ones for your business...
And check out my show Ask Christa! where I review the listener question, answer using practical tips, then offer add…
Funding mixes are very prevalent in smart startups-- how many funding models are there? #business
Episode 28 is LIVE and is the 3rd of 6 in the Business Basics Series. It answers the question, "What's the best funding model for startups?"
(use the Video Chapters in the episode's show notes to skip around as needed)
In my experience, many first-time founders or entrepreneurial-curious people interested in learning how to startup a business do not realize the various funding models-- OR that your first consideration should not be how much money you need.…
Ask Christa! What's the best funding model for startups? #startupfunding #innovation #business
Summary
In this episode of Ask Christa!, Christa Dhimo discusses the various funding models available for startups, understanding which model aligns best with a founder's objectives and business goals. She reviews the misconceptions surrounding funding, the significance of ownership and leverage, and the complexity of products in determining funding needs. She also highlights the common misconception that venture capital is the only funding option and encourages entrepreneurs to expl…
Learn about business through TV shows that focus on recovery! (no, not Shark Tank...) #business
Tabatha's Take Over (oldie but goodie!), Bar Rescue... even Undercover Boss.... to learn about business QUICKLY, go for the TV shows that focus on RECOVERING a business...
Episode 26 just dropped, and it's part of my "Business Basics" series. Similar to my "Strategy Series" from season 1, this series consolidates a lot of questions I've received about learning the basics: how to learn about business, what funding models mean, why businesses fail-- e…
New product idea? Time to think about PROTECTION!!! #business #investing #innovation
Build the prototype and THEN find funding? Or get funding TO build the prototype? Chicken or the egg?
Well... the goal is actually about VALUE, and a big part of value is assuring you have freedom to operate-- you are free to make the claim that your product (and all parts of your product) are YOURS...
Season 3 Episode 27 is part of my Business Basics series where I’m answering a lot of general questions I’ve received in the last two months. Questions include: how a business…