Hire people that are driven by mission. People want to be a part of something bigger than they are. With a strong mission you can attract great talent, which ultimately leads to your greatest competitive advantage. #wednesdaythought

Don’t be a victim of your success. It’s natural to be proud of your achievements. But keep your ego in check so that your successes don’t end up holding you back. #tuesdaythought

Get comfortable with silence. Ask a question, then wait. It might feel awkward, but it’s a powerful way to give people the space they need to respond thoughtfully. #MondayThought

The #1 skill a new manager needs is to learn how to ask thoughtful questions instead of trying to have all the answers. That’s how you lead people to find solutions for themselves. #SundayThought

Don’t let ambition interfere with good teamwork. If you’re too focused on getting ahead, you may leave others behind. Focus on contributing to your team, and the opportunities will follow. #SaturdayThought

Don’t just make a decision. Own it.

What does that mean for you as a leader? Find out on this week’s pod with Jon Rahm: buff.ly/49skPeg

Have “healthy paranoia” about your competitors. Don’t be dismissive of your competitors. Have your own convictions, but it’s important to watch and learn from what the other guys are up to. #FridayThought

Be an idea hunter. Always be on the lookout for ideas from your team, competitors and partners. When your antenna is up you will find good ideas are everywhere. #ThursdayThought

Sometimes you have all the skill you need but your confidence has been shaken for some reason. You start looking for a magic trick to get you back on track but what you really need is to regain your self belief. Sometimes it’s just that simple. #wednesdaythought

Power can be intoxicating. Humility can keep you sober. #ThursdayThought

Live a life the best you can where there are no woulda, coulda, shoulda’s. #MondayThought

There is a peace within ourself if we could only open ourselves up and take the time to find it. #SundayThought

We all need people to be there and help us when we cry. It helps the smiles come after. #saturdaythought

Help people draw their own conclusions. Ask insightful questions, share articles, show them what you are seeing are just a few of the ways to do it. Remember, any idea or thought people come up with on their own will have more commitment vs being told what to do. #FridayThought

How did Warby Parker become one of the biggest success stories in the DTC space?

My conversation with their co-CEOs (Neil Blumenthal and Dave Gilboa) is full of insights into startups, partnerships, branding, retail, and more:

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We all have an opportunity to make someone’s day. Who’s it going to be? #ThursdayThought

Rise to the challenge of living each and every day taking 100% accountability for your actions and your results. Nothing worse than playing the blame game and we’re all better than that. #wednesdaythought