Mar 6
2 min read
Startup CEOs tips for managing a team
When you’re growing from a founder to CEO, you need to also learn to lead and manage a team. Here’s a list of learnings from Icebreaker.vc portfolio of 100+ early-stage founders-to-CEOs and their best practices for building and motivating a successful team.
- Clearly communicate the company’s vision and mission: It’s important that your team understands the bigger picture and how their work fits into the overall goals of the company. Make sure to regularly communicate the company’s vision and mission to your team and encourage them to align their work with these goals.
- Set clear expectations and goals: Make sure that your team knows what is expected of them and what the goals are for each project or task. This helps to ensure that everyone is working towards the same objectives and can be held accountable for their work.
- Foster a positive work culture: A positive work culture can have a huge impact on team morale and productivity. Encourage open communication, recognize and reward good work, and create an environment where team members feel valued and supported.
- Provide ongoing training and development: Investing in your team’s professional development can pay off in the long run. Offer training and development opportunities to help your team stay up-to-date on industry trends and skills, and encourage them to take advantage of these opportunities.
- Encourage collaboration and teamwork: Encourage your team to work together and share ideas. This can foster a sense of community and help to build trust and collaboration within your team.
- Show appreciation and give feedback: Make sure to regularly express appreciation for your team’s hard work and accomplishments. Providing timely, specific, and actionable feedback can also help your team to grow and improve.
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