The Friday Finance Break

(For anyone just tuning in, every Friday we take a break from the CFO content and talk about founder mental health. If you're just here for the CFO stuff, we'll see you Monday!)

Late to the game, but I've recently become an Apple TV subscriber and can confirm:

This show is a downright delight.

So for this Friday Finance Break...

Here's what Ted Lasso can teach startup founders about leadership:

Build Trust Through Empathy: Startup life is intense—empathy keeps teams grounded and invested. Listen first, connect personally, and show your team they're valued beyond their roles.

Turn Setbacks into Launchpads: In startups, failures are inevitable. Embrace each setback as a learning opportunity, building the resilience needed to stay focused and pivot when necessary.
Empower Your Team’s Strengths: Delegate and trust your team to own their roles. Let people lead in their areas of expertise—they’ll perform better when they have real responsibility.
Stay Humble and Accessible: Humility is crucial. Leave ego at the door to foster open, constructive feedback and adaptability.
Invest in People, Not Just Metrics: Scaling isn’t just about numbers—it's about retaining talent. Build a culture that values each team member as a person, even during tough times.
Balance Optimism with Realism: Project the big vision but stay grounded. Pair optimism with honesty to keep your team motivated, clear, and prepared for the challenges ahead.

Entrepreneurship can be an incredibly tough game to play,

But good leadership

Is how you reach your goals.

🏃‍♂️‍➡️ ⚽️ 🥅

(Yep, terrible pun - closing laptop and walking away)

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The Friday Finance Break - Ted Lasso