You Don’t Need to Force Culture. Just Listen to Your Employees

by synergycap1 | Jun 21, 2017 | Bad Credit Loans, Bank Lending, Business Lending, Business Loans, Finance, Lead, Working Capital

Culture is one of those buzzwords that startups love to talk about, praise themselves for, and use to recruit new hires. In my opinion it’s all (or mostly) hype, because true company culture can’t be forced. It’s not a ping-pong table, Thirsty...

When Your Company Grows, Your Leadership Style Will Need to Change. Here’s How

by synergycap1 | Jun 21, 2017 | Bad Credit Loans, Bank Lending, Business Lending, Business Loans, Finance, Lead, Working Capital

Not too long ago, you had a small, cohesive team that was aligned on everything. Now, you have different departments with different agendas. Everything is a battle. This is what success buys you. Congrats on your growth–obviously, you’re doing something...

The Biggest Lesson You Should Take Away From Travis Kalanick’s Ouster

by synergycap1 | Jun 21, 2017 | Bad Credit Loans, Bank Lending, Business Lending, Business Loans, Finance, Lead, Working Capital

Once you take money from an investor you cede some element of control. Travis Kalanick found that out over the past few weeks. He resigned as CEO of Uber Tuesday night, after being pressured by his board, which is made up primarily of his investors including First...

How to Encourage Your Office to Be Productive–Even During Summer

by synergycap1 | Jun 21, 2017 | Bad Credit Loans, Bank Lending, Business Lending, Business Loans, Finance, Lead, Working Capital

We all love summer, right? It’s the season of beach trips, cookouts, and family vacations. Yet if you are a business owner or entrepreneur, you may dread this season. The dog days of summer have been a challenge for countless businesses. While sales may slightly...

6 Books Anyone Who Is Serious About Leadership Should Read

by synergycap1 | Jun 21, 2017 | Bad Credit Loans, Bank Lending, Business Lending, Business Loans, Finance, Lead, Working Capital

Whether or not you’re a natural born leader or you’ve just found yourself in a leadership role. You have to develop your leadership skills, and often. No matter how much of a master Tom Brady is at throwing a football, he still goes to practice every day,...

5 Ways to Destroy the Pesky Silos in Your Organization

by synergycap1 | Jun 21, 2017 | Bad Credit Loans, Bank Lending, Business Lending, Business Loans, Finance, Lead, Working Capital

Many organizations today that struggle with change and fall short of fulfilling their ultimate vision are plagued by silos they can’t get rid of.