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Thinking Out Loud
Explore Bonny’s work, ideas and insights
Tough vs Strong CEO: Why the Toughest Leader in the Room Is Often the Biggest Risk
Startup land applauds the CEO who never flinches. But tough is not strong, and armour keeps out the early warnings you need most. Here is what strong leadership looks like instead, and the one conversation worth having this week.
3 min read
When More AI Makes Your Startup Slower
More AI tools should make a company faster. So why do some startups become slower as they add more? The answer may have less to do with the technology and more to do with how the company operates around it.
4 min read
When Your Startup Has Outgrown a Customer
Some customers helped you get to where you are. But when your company changes, not every customer still fits. Here’s how founders can handle that difficult transition without damaging the relationships that mattered.
5 min read
Why Your Startup Strategy Keeps Drifting
Your strategy can be clear in your head and still drift across your company. Here’s why founders create different versions of the same strategy, and what to look for before blaming the team.
3 min read
Your business isn't broken. That's the problem.
Your startup might not be broken. The problem could be all the things that are just OK. Learn how seemingly harmless clients, features, and deals can quietly drain your time, attention, and capacity.
3 min read
Why Great Leadership Meetings Are Usually the Shortest Ones
Most leadership meetings feel productive because they're busy. But busy doesn't create clarity. Here's why shorter, sharper leadership meetings lead to better decisions and a more focused company.
3 min read
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