Resources for top managers

Andy Davis, is an angel investor and Co-Founder of 10x10 and ex-Director of Backstage Capital London. The 10x10 group of black founders has recently launched the 10x10 Fund, committed to investing in Black founders. Andy is spearheading efforts to make European investing more diverse and inclusive by raising awareness of underrepresentation, and providing financial, strategic, and networking support to Black founders. He sat down with us to talk about his experiences running startups and managing people.

In this installment of our "Grown, Not Born" series, we sit down with Jonny Slater, a serial Founder, Mentor, and Angel Investor now dedicated to guiding emerging startups. Jonny opens up about his transition from an autonomous entrepreneur to a responsible manager, sharing candid insights on the initial struggles, the importance of leading by example, and the critical role of personal wellbeing in effective leadership. Discover Jonny’s practical advice on building a results-focused team, maintaining strong relationships in remote settings, and navigating the challenges of balancing individual and team needs.

In this installment of our "Grown not born" series, we sit down with Laurent Parenteau to discuss his journey into a managerial role and the valuable lessons he has learned along the way. As a seasoned remote manager and mentor, Laurent shares his insights on navigating the challenges of remote work, prioritizing tasks, fostering team alignment, and addressing burnout. Join us as we delve into the world of leadership with Laurent Parenteau.

Learn how to motivate your team in every situation with our 6 easy to follow steps. You’ll be able to light the fire and keep it going for improved performance.

Banish the dread and uncertainty of completing performance reviews for an employee by following our 9 tips. They're easy to follow and immediately actionable. Your team and your company will thank you.

In this episode of "Grown, Not Born," we chat with CJ Daniel-Nield, co-founder of Planes, about his transition from Air Force pilot to tech innovator. CJ shares insights from his leadership journey, comparing military precision with startup agility and discussing the impact of technology on team management. Explore CJ's philosophy on fostering high-performing teams and his approach to navigating the challenges of modern leadership.

"Grown, not Born" is our new interview series. Welcome to our 3rd episode. The series dives into the journeys of remarkable leaders and their personal connection to management. We're thrilled to hear from Helen!Helen Hodges is a Fractional Chief of Staff & Leadership Coach, and the former Chief of Staff & Operations at Urban Jungle. She has scaled startups and helped companies with strategic and operational leadership with over 15 years of experience. Sarah, our founder sat with Helen to discuss her views on management, particularly in the startups she’s worked with.

With these tips you'll be on your way to overcoming unconscious bias and becoming a better leader for your team.

We're launching our "Grown, not Born" interview series with a bang! This series dives into the journeys of remarkable leaders and their personal connection to management. We're thrilled to kick things off with Melissa!