Author Archives: Phyllis Ezop

Congratulation to Microsoft for recognizing the value of insiders at the helm! As I’ve said before, insiders understand the nuances of a company’s culture and competencies far better than outsiders. So, the appointment of Microsoft Insider Satya Nadella as its … Continue reading →

A high failure rate for new ventures tends to be expected. It is often thought that success with new ventures is the classic example of high risk, high reward, and that there must be many failures for every great success … Continue reading →

Some research downplays the success of serial entrepreneurs, finding that they often fail in their subsequent ventures despite their previous start-up experience, which allegedly might have provided the learning to guide future entrepreneurial success. After researching business success and failure … Continue reading →

It doesn’t matter whether the new CEO from outside was recruited to bring professional management to an entrepreneurial venture or to revitalize a long established company. In either case, rather than striving for drastic change, the new CEO should seek … Continue reading →

They say do what you love, and the money will follow. Or will it? As I’ve said before, my research finds that passion can be a strength that drives business success. Passion, however, does not guarantee success. And, we are … Continue reading →