by Jonathan Brake | Jun 30, 2025 | Monday Myth Check
Picture this: You’re sitting in a boardroom, palms sweaty, pitching your revolutionary idea. Someone inevitably asks, “But what about first mover advantage? Shouldn’t we rush to market?” Sound familiar? After 25-30 years in the startup world,...
by Jonathan Brake | Jun 23, 2025 | Monday Myth Check
Ever find yourself scheduling another meeting to “improve communication” only to watch your team’s eyes glaze over? You’re not alone. MYTH BUSTED: Most meetings are actually a waste of time, and your team knows it. While face-to-face...
by Jonathan Brake | Jun 9, 2025 | Monday Myth Check
We’ve all been there. Someone asks how you’re doing, and your automatic response is “I’m good, I’m busy!” It’s like wearing busyness as a badge of honor. But what if I told you that working harder doesn’t automatically...
by Jonathan Brake | Jun 2, 2025 | Monday Myth Check
Ever found yourself torn between hiring the most qualified candidate on paper and the person who just “feels right” for your team? You’re not alone. There’s a persistent myth in hiring that skill trumps everything else – and it’s time we...
by Jonathan Brake | May 26, 2025 | Monday Myth Check
“But if I don’t stay on top of everything, how do I know it’ll get done?” Sound familiar? You’re not alone. Many leaders fall into the trap of thinking that tighter control equals better outcomes. But here’s the myth we’re busting today: micromanagement gets better...
by Jonathan Brake | May 19, 2025 | Monday Myth Check
Hey there, business owners! Ever heard someone say, “Just grow your business and you’ll make more money”? Today, let’s challenge this common belief and explore what’s really happening when businesses expand. Start With the...
