Videos

I use a whole human approach. We look at your life and your business together: strategy and tactics, plus the habits that make them stick.

The number one mistake founders make in the early days is this.

The importance of spending time by yourself to support your mental health.

I share three simple things you can do to change that if you also need more energy, mental capacity, and joy.

In this video, I discuss a few of the signs of stress and burnout

I am a big advocate of impromptu vacations/breaks, so I would encourage you to consider how you can get more of them in your life.

Being accountable to others is easy, but to ourselves, not so much.

One of the fastest ways to erode company culture? Say one thing, and do another...

Balance is a myth. Integration is the practice...

The way to handle investor pressure when you're raising funds is to not take it personally.

Most startup founders struggle with delegation.

One of the trickiest leadership moments?

One of the most dangerous leadership traps for founders?

It’s not about speed...

I think a lot of founders struggle with the feeling of never enough...

One of the fastest ways for founders to stall their own momentum?

It’s not just the strategy...

Being a CEO is one of the loneliest jobs in the world...

You do not have to prove your worth through your exhaustion.

Remind themselves of 3 simple truths...

Venture capital isn’t really about your deck. It’s about you.

5 reasons some companies succeed...

Surprises are great for birthdays, not board meetings...

If you're doubting yourself right now, read this...

Leadership is changing...

1 key idea for founders today...

The wrong hire will cost you more than an empty seat...

Let's break down these common errors and how to fix them...

It’s tough when a vital team member leaves, but it’s also a chance to strengthen your company...

It's not just luck or timing.

Recognizing burnout early is a game changer.

Testing saves time and money. Validate before you invest...

Letting someone go isn't an easy decision, but some red flags can't be ignored.

Conflict is inevitable in business, but how you handle it can make or break your team.

After finishing our initial three month engagement, a client quoted John Wooden...

3 simple things you can do to change if you need more energy, mental capacity, and joy...

I’ve always stressed the importance of spending time by yourself to support your mental health...

They do not consistently make the world aware of who they are and what they are selling...

While the signs are individual, there are patterns to look out for...

Includes dealing with the ups and downs, getting the word out, taking care of yourself, and learning to deal with conflict...

A CEOs and Founders you are both in the early days and over time less of an executioner, focusing on the longer vision of the company.

As founders and CEOs, nutrition plays an integral part in creating peak performance.

Many co-founders get into conflict with each other along the way.

Most people occasionally feel like they have lost who they are in the pursuit of building the perfect life and company.

Key strategies to help manage energy levels so you can have the strength to thrive in challenging times...

Every founder I meet struggles with getting the stuff done they need to get done.

“What do you mean I’m not doing a good job!?”

How do you find that mental and physical space for yourself?

The largest barrier often isn’t our clients or colleagues… it’s ourselves

A few simple tips to ensure you are heard and understood as you intend.

In this video I discuss two critical facets of board relationships: composition and preparation.

There are no shortage of hurdles when you’re starting a company...

One question that I am often asked is, "How does it work to work with somebody like me?"

What are the most important elements of a culture where people feel valued, motivated and committed?

I discuss the process I’ve developed over the course of hiring more than 200 people over my career.

How you can discover the type of leader you are?

Firing someone sucks. But the only thing worse than that is not firing someone who needs to go...

Quantity and quality of sleep are two of the biggest challenges I hear from my clients...

I currently work with a number of international founders...

Few weeks ago I was asked that question...

Work-life balance is impossible...

Delegation is one of the trickiest hurdles for managers, and it’s even more critical as you get closer to the top...

What's your thing?

Who you build your company with is just as important as what you build...

As your company grows, you goes from being a doer to becoming a CEO...

Not many of us enjoy conflict, and it only gets even more difficult when the conflict is between co-founders of a company...

Our bodies are outstanding in the ways they give us signals that something’s wrong...

Want to grow? Say “I don’t know.”

I got a call from a client yesterday that confirmed one thing I believe in...

I know, it's an unusual thing to do with clients. But here's why...

They are activities that you can gradually add into your daily routines and build over time...

In this video, I go through five things I recommend to founders and CEOs that they put a stop to… immediately...

There are a lot of misconceptions in the world of founding a business...

From time to time I unplug completely...

A weekly self-review is one of the most important habits I help my clients build...

I'm breaking down some preconceived notions about meditation...

The largest barrier to unplug? Often times isn’t our clients or colleagues...

Here’s a sobering stat: 75% of the time we spend with our children over their lives is before they turn 12...

Why do I say so?

I've gone through all the stages myself...

Making it to the top of the game requires sacrifices...

Introduction: Peter Sorgenfrei

Letting people down is one of the worst feelings any of us can have.

As a first-time founder, there’s no shortage of critical decisions you will need to make...

I’ve been fortunate enough to be a CEO several times, but I was far from perfect.

I haven’t done one in a little while, but I used to love running races...

Seneca wrote: “Each day acquire something that will fortify you against poverty...

And when is it time to open a new office or branch?

Are you aware of the big difference a compliment can make in someone else's day?

Credibility is not just subject matter expertise...

There are two kinds of people and organizations in the world: eaters and bakers.

We all need to think like owners of our company. How can you do that?

Keep your focus on what you actually can do!

How can you relinquish control with your team and why is it important?

Do you remember to show appreciation to those standing by you?

Hvordan tager man det gode humør og festen med på arbejdspladsen?

Den seneste episode af Samtaler blev virkelig personlig, virkelig hurtigt...

I'm used to having people around me most of the time...

Most companies make plans. But what is a good plan?

Eisenhower utilized a matrix with important on one axis and urgent on the other...