Dave Bailey's Blog

If feedback isn't helping your team to improve, it's time to try a coaching approach instead. Learn how to apply the Development Pipeline within your startup.

Every leader wants...

We all need a sense of purpose in our lives, but when we can’t find one, it can leave us lifeless and unmotivated. Our daily pursuit of money and respect is shaped by...

Need to know what you're getting into when working for a startup? Here's a list of realistic expectations so you don't have to leave it to chance.

Every manager knows the...

If you're a startup leader, using Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) can help keep your company accountable for its goals. Here's how to implement them.

Objectives and Key...

Are you over-engineering your products? Use these tips to reduce complexity and build simple products that delight customers—without making them complex.

You’ve...

Find win-win solutions to team conflicts by applying the principles of non-violent communication at work.

If you’re trying to innovate, taking a critical business...

Have you ever met someone who’s highly motivated at work? Try to picture them now.

You might have a mental image of someone upbeat, someone focused on getting results and...

When your whole company works in the same room, news gets around fast. Impromptu meetings, discussions over lunch, and overheard phone calls mean the team usually has a good...

The opportunity for startups to grow their own leaders has never been greater.

When your company is scaling, it’s critical to develop your leaders. More staff means...

Here are powerful questions you can ask your team that will help them think on their own and be more productive.

At University, I studied Mathematical Sciences. Each week, we...