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Michael Dermer
Michael Dermer
A guide to designing a personal support team so CEOs stop leading alone. Why every CEO needs a personal support ecosystem Most CEOs don’t struggle because they lack intelligence or ambition. They struggle because they’re leading from the to...
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A structured 30‑day plan to help overwhelmed founders regain control and calm. Diagnose the overwhelm and clear immediate clutter Overwhelm creeps up on founders slowly. One month you’re busy but energized; a few quarters later you’re worki...
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How to design growth so your business scales without destroying your mental health. Redefine growth so it doesn’t cost your mental health If you’ve been building for a while, you’ve probably felt the tug‑of‑war between “grow the business” a...
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A founder’s guide to preventing burnout by redesigning your business to support a sustainable life. Recognize founder burnout as a system problem, not a personal flaw Burnout for founders doesn’t arrive overnight. It creeps in as longer hou...
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A 90-day mental health playbook to help solo founders stay sane, supported, and focused. Normalize the emotional roller coaster of your first 90 days The first three months of building a business on your own are emotionally loud. One hour y...
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Losing your job can be the catalyst that transforms you from employee to entrepreneur—here's how to turn a layoff into your launchpad for business success. From Pink Slip to Profit: Why Layoffs Create Perfect Entrepreneurial Timing The init...
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Discover how mastering the right leadership style can transform your entrepreneurial journey from lonely struggle to confident success. Understanding Your Natural Leadership Approach Every entrepreneur brings a unique leadership style to th...
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Empowering leaders in financial services to recognize and support mental health challenges can transform workplace culture and help teams thrive. Recognizing Stress and Burnout in High-Pressure Environments In financial services and other h...
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Unlock the keys to launching a thriving consumer goods business with actionable steps and real-world insights to set you apart from the start. Building a Strong Foundation: From Idea to Business Model Every successful business starts with a...
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Discover how social media marketing is reshaping the financial services industry, unlocking new pathways for entrepreneurs and organizations to engage, educate, and empower their audiences. Emerging Social Media Trends Transforming Financia...
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