Committees are Where Progress Goes to Die

10/06/2024 29 min Episodio 258
Committees are Where Progress Goes to Die

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In this episode of the Startup Therapy Podcast, we discuss the inefficiencies and dangers of making decisions by committee. Why committees often fail and why founders should avoid relying on them for critical decisions. Tune in to learn why decisive, individual leadership is key to startup success.Sign up for the Startups Newsletterhttps://www.startups.com/newsletterResources:Startup Therapy Podcast https://www.startups.com/community/startup-therapyWebsitehttps://www.startups.com/beginLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/startups-co/Join our Network of Top Founders Wil Schroterhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/wilschroter/Ryan Rutanhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-rutan/What to Listen For00:00 Intro01:34 The reality of committee decision-making07:06 The problem with collective accountability11:38 The downside of inclusive decision-making15:38 The myth of the best decision17:46 The importance of accountability23:04 The danger of removing consequences28:27 Leadership is about making the tough decisions