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Ali Aydan: Think you’ve got it all figured out?
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Early in my career, I was convinced I had the answers. I’d seen what worked, what didn’t, and I truly believed I knew how to build the perfect cross-functional team. Then reality kicked in. Like many others, I hit the peak of Mount Stupid — high confidence, low actual understanding. And as I tumbled…
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Ali Aydan: Running a business or just running yourself into the ground?
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Most small businesses don’t fail because of bad ideas. They fail because the structure is broken from day one. Michael Gerber said it best:People start businesses thinking they’ll have more freedom, but end up trapped in a job they built for themselves. So how do you break that cycle? Here are 3 shifts that…
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Ali Aydan: Got a clear direction for your business?
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Most businesses don’t fail for lack of effort. They fail because they’re busy moving without knowing where they’re going. A solid roadmap doesn’t just show you the path. It keeps you focused when things get noisy. Here’s how to build a roadmap that actually works: 1. Get clear on your vision Where are you…
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Ali Aydan: Learning a lot but not seeing results?
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Knowledge isn’t power. Applied knowledge is. I’ve met plenty of people with impressive credentials and endless ideas, but they stay stuck. Then there are those who take what they know and put it into action. Guess who makes progress? Here’s what separates action-takers from information collectors: 1. Execution beats endless learning It’s tempting to…
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Ali Aydan: Want to grow faster?
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Here’s something most people avoid talking about — mistakes. I’ve made plenty. Some were minor slip-ups. Others came with a heavy cost in time, money, and stress. But without them, I wouldn’t be where I am now. Mistakes have taught me more than any course, book, or win ever has. Here’s why they matter:…
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Ali Aydan: Leading through change?
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Change is part of business. Progress isn’t. That takes leadership. After 20+ years in senior roles, one truth stands out, how a CEO shows up during change can either stall progress or accelerate it. You don’t need every answer, but you do need to keep the direction clear and the team steady. Here are…
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Ali Aydan: Still Learning as a team?
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The pattern has been clear over the last 20 years. The organisations that grow, adapt and stay ahead are the ones that never stop learning. Change doesn’t just happen. It’s fuelled by how often your people learn, stretch, and challenge their thinking. Here’s why continuous learning really moves the needle: 1. Your team becomes…
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Ali Aydan: What’s really holding you back?
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This quote should be framed on every leader’s desk:“No one can destroy iron, but its own rust can.” Likewise, no one can destroy a person, but his own mindset can. It’s always easier to blame the pressure outside.But the real threat is usually inside. Over 20 years, I’ve seen this play out in every…
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Ali Aydan: What’s fuelling your growth?
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In my early years in business, I chased results.Today, I chase learning. Here’s why this quote stuck with me:“Investing in your mind is the best investment you can make in your entire life.” It’s not just a lovely saying. It’s a strategy. After 20+ years building companies and leading teams, I can tell you:…
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Ali Aydan; Waiting for happiness? You’re looking in the wrong place.
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This image made me pause.It’s funny at first glance — then it hits deeper. Not something you find.Not something you’re given.Something you build. Here’s what I’ve realised: 1. Success doesn’t guarantee happiness.You can hit the numbers, close the deals, and still feel stuck inside.Happiness isn’t a finish line. It’s a habit. 2. Your reflection…