Ryan FrederickFounders As MartyrsThe founder’s journey is unquestionably challenging. In my book, The Founder’s Manual, I reference it as the hardest professional challenge…3 min read·Jun 18, 2024----
Ryan FrederickTransformation and FlowWhen a person or company starts a transformation, it will be ugly and choppy. It’s okay; it is supposed to be. At the start, there is no…3 min read·Jun 11, 2024----
Ryan FrederickWhat Does Smart {Industry} Mean?The terms and similar ones don’t misrepresent the situation. They are indeed approaches that elevate a company’s capabilities and…3 min read·May 13, 2024----
Ryan FrederickGetting Ready to TransformGetting ready for a transformation is an oxymoron, yet most people and organizations approach it this way. The common belief is that a…4 min read·May 7, 2024----
Ryan FrederickEvery Company Operating Type Has These Two ComponentsEffective and efficient execution is the cornerstone of any organization’s success, irrespective of operating type, but what often gets…3 min read·May 1, 2024----
Ryan FrederickTransitions Aren’t TransformationsWe often conflate transitions with transformations, but they aren’t the same. Depending on their complexity, transitions can require…3 min read·Apr 16, 2024----
Ryan FrederickinStartup StashExit Strategy BSSeveral pre-product, pre-revenue, and pre-everything founders have asked investors, mentors, and advisors about their exit strategy. What…3 min read·Apr 10, 2024----
Ryan FrederickTransformation Requires PruningA transformation that carries too much excess baggage is unlikely to succeed. Transformations are challenging enough, but they are nearly…3 min read·Apr 9, 2024----
Ryan FrederickUnnatural TransformationTransformation is challenging when it doesn’t occur as part of a natural process such as butterfly metamorphosis. I have started referring…3 min read·Apr 2, 2024----
Ryan FrederickAI DetractorsI also considered titling this “AI Deniers,” which seemed harsh and combative, but that’s the essence.3 min read·Apr 1, 2024--1--1