METHOD MAN

SIX TALISMANS FROM MATT MOCHARY’S CEO COACHING LESSONS, WHICH PROMISE TO TURN YOUNG TECH FOUNDERS INTO GREAT MANAGERS.

ILLUSTRATIONS BY NOLAN PELLETIER

I “YOU REPORT TO NO ONE … WHEN WE WORK TOGETHER, YOU WILL REPORT TO ME.” Mochary seeks to be a CEO’s point of accountability, promising that he can make their lives better in just three meetings. II “WHEN YOU FEEL FEAR OR ANGER, YOUR BRAIN GIVES YOU BAD ADVICE.” Avoid taking action until you can get out of this mindset. If you must proceed immediately, do the opposite of what your instincts tell you. III “SPEND MOST OF YOUR TIME (75% TO 80%) DOING THINGS THAT ENERGIZE YOU.” Everything else? Find someone else who enjoys those responsibilities. IV “MEETINGS ARE A NECESSARY EVIL.” To ward off wickedness, put someone in charge of every meeting, establish a goal, and prepare beforehand so the gathering is focused on action. V “THEY CAN LITERALLY RUN YOUR COMPANY FOR YOU.” Every CEO needs…

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Fast Company (Digital) - 1 Issue, October 2022

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