When Grit Is Not Enough: An Entrepreneur's Playbook for Taking Your Business to the Next Level
About this ebook
Success in business isn’t just about hard work; it’s about mastering the strategies that take your company from startup to industry leader. When Grit Is Not Enough is the ultimate tactical playbook for entrepreneurs looking to scale their operations, navigate constant technological shifts, and build resilient teams that thrive in an ever-changing world.
In today’s competitive landscape, relying solely on grit won’t ensure your success. Author and tech CEO Dean Guida, who transformed his startup into a thriving multinational company, shares over three decades of hard-earned wisdom to help you overcome the challenges of scaling your business. Whether you’re struggling with team alignment, data-driven decision-making, or strategic planning, this book offers actionable insights and proven strategies to empower your business to compete—and win—against well-funded rivals.
What You’ll Learn:
Create Organizational Alignment: Align your team’s efforts with your business goals to maximize efficiency and impact.
Set Meaningful Goals: Establish clear, measurable objectives that drive growth and keep your team focused.
Build a Data-Driven Culture: Leverage data to make informed decisions, optimize performance, and stay ahead of the competition.
Run Effective Meetings: Master the art of productive meetings that drive action and accountability.
Strategic Planning: Develop and execute strategic plans that keep your business on the path to success.
Leadership and Coaching: Lead with confidence, inspire your team, and foster a culture of continuous learning.
Tackle Tough Conversations: Handle difficult discussions with grace, ensuring positive outcomes for your business.
Hire and Retain Top Talent: Attract, develop, and keep the best people to fuel your company’s growth.
If you’re a CEO or entrepreneur whose hard work and determination have laid the foundation for your business, but you’re ready to scale to new heights, When Grit Is Not Enough is your blueprint for sustainable growth. This book will guide you in enhancing your company’s performance, achieving your goals, and finding fulfillment on your leadership journey.
Don’t just play the game—change it. Order When Grit Is Not Enough today and discover the strategies that will transform your company into a market leader.
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About the author
Tech entrepreneur and CEO Dean Guida knows there’s a limit to what you can build with grit alone.
At sixteen, Dean bought the first IBM PC and fell in love with writing software. He went on to receive a bachelor of science degree in operation research from the University of Miami. After graduating, he was a freelance developer and wrote many systems for IBM and on Wall Street. At twenty-three, he started Infragistics to build UX/UI tools for professional software developers.
Seemingly overnight, Dean had to go from early internet coder to business operator—a feat that forced him to learn some of business’s biggest lessons on the job. He immediately began navigating the nuances of scaling a company, hiring and growing teams, and becoming a leader, a manager, and a mentor.
Fast-forward thirty-five years, and Dean’s tech company now has operations in six countries. More than two million developers use Infragistics software, and its client roster boasts 100 percent of the S&P 500, including Fidelity, Morgan Stanley, Exxon, Intuit, and Bank of America.
