I was sitting in this tiny, sun-drenched corner cafe in Brooklyn last Tuesday—sipping a lavender oat milk latte that was, frankly, worth every penny—when I […]
Author: Amanda Thompson
I am Amanda Thompson, and I am here to bridge the gap between big business acumen and small-town dreams. With an MBA from Harvard and years of experience as a corporate executive, I have a treasure trove of insights and obscure business facts ready to empower emerging entrepreneurs. My mission is to provide practical advice with a dash of humor, helping you navigate the complex world of business with confidence and optimism. Join me as we explore the vibrant world of small businesses, one coffee shop at a time, and turn your entrepreneurial dreams into reality.
From Harvard Boardrooms to Small-town Hustle: the Executive Strategy on How to Handle a Client Who Keeps Changing Their Mind Without Losing Your Sanity
I was sitting in this tiny, sun-drenched cafe in downtown Columbus last Tuesday—the kind of place where the espresso is divine but the Wi-Fi is […]
The Free-tier Illusion: Plg Velocity Traps
I was sitting in this tiny, sun-drenched cafe in Columbus last week—the kind of place where the espresso is divine but the Wi-Fi is non-existent—when […]
Living Costs at the Edge: Expat Churn Rate Inflation Stress-tests
I was sitting in this tiny, sun-drenched cafe in downtown Columbus last week—sipping a perfectly balanced oat milk latte, of course—when I realized how much […]
Borderless Capital: Designing a Cross-border Asset Mobility Matrix
I was sitting in this tiny, sun-drenched cafe in downtown Columbus last week—sipping a local roast that was way better than anything I used to […]
Share the Win: a Guide to Tokenized Revenue Share Agreements
I was sitting in this tiny, sun-drenched cafe in downtown Columbus last week—the kind of place where the espresso is divine but the margins are, […]
The Origin Story: Using Digital Provenance to Secure Brand Trust
If you’ve ever heard the phrase ‘Digital provenance for brands’ is a $50,000 blockchain project that only tech giants can afford, you’re not alone. I’ve […]
Adapting to Technological Change: a Leader’s Guide
As I sit in my favorite local coffee shop, surrounded by the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and the hum of lively conversations, I am […]
Harnessing Digital Tools for Effective Leadership Communication
I still remember the countless meetings I attended as a corporate executive, where leadership communication tools were touted as the silver bullet for all our […]
Navigating Remote Teams: Essential Skills for Digital Leaders
I still remember the day I had to manage my first remote team – it was a daunting task, to say the least. As a […]