John Kador
The Ethics of Ghostwriting
Every few months I receive an email inquiry asking me if I would ghostwrite a term paper or dissertation. My answer is always no. To me,...
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John Kador
Aug 24, 2015
Can You Apologize to Yourself?
One of the frequent questions I get when I speak about effective apology is some variant of, “Can I apologize to myself?” If I press the...
John Kador
Aug 24, 2015
Five Reasons NOT to Apologize
Generally, it’s best to apologize quickly and completely in an effort to preserve the relationship. I define effective apology as the...
John Kador
Aug 24, 2015
Apology and the Seven Dirty Words
Half the world seems to be demanding an apology from the other half. But if you’re going to apologize, you may as well get it right. ...
John Kador
Aug 24, 2015
Apologize as the First Resort
Apology is not a get-out-of-jail-free card, but it’s less costly than the alternatives What exactly should leaders do when they make a...
John Kador
Aug 24, 2015
Angels are in the Exit Business
What Business Are Angel Investors In? This is the question that I sometimes ask startup founders. Usually I get blank stares or quizzical...
John Kador
Aug 24, 2015
Seven Questions All Startups Should Ask
If you want better performance, ask better questions. Evidence shows that reframing the questions you ask inspires the kind of productive...
John Kador
Aug 24, 2015
Seven Early Warnings Signs of Startup Failure
Angel investors have learned to run the other way when they see certain warning signs in the entrepreneurs that approach us for funding....
John Kador
Aug 24, 2015
How Do You Define Entrepreneurship?
Everyone, it seems, is an entrepreneur these days. Every barrier is falling. It’s never been cheaper to start a business. So start...
John Kador
Aug 24, 2015
Teamsmanship
Teamsmanship reflects the quality of the team behind the startup. It’s an all-encompassing term that describes the quality of team...
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