Remco Livain | Profile Summary
Remco Livain, CEO of GANDT Ventures, excels in digital transformation and growth marketing, leveraging data-driven strategies to foster innovation and organizational growth. Find out more
Entrepreneurship
Posts on “Entrepreneurship” by Remco Livain, founder and CEO of GANDT Ventures GmbH, a Digital Marketing and Strategy Consultancy from Switzerland 🇨🇭
Cultivating a Culture of Productive Disagreement and Commitment
Welcome to my blog post on transforming meeting culture and decision-making within organizations. Inspired by Jeff Bezos' insights and my own experiences, I explore the concept of 'disagree and commit' and its pivotal role in fostering a culture of effective communication and decisive action.
Drawing Wisdom from Chess: What Gary Kasparov Taught Me About Entrepreneurship
As an entrepreneur, I relate to chess grandmaster Gary Kasparov's view on defeat. Each loss feels personal, a reminder of our own errors. But in business, as in chess, we're not the only players. Here's to acknowledging the brilliance of others!
The Power and Potential of Sabbaticals: A CEO's Perspective on Employee Breaks
Exploring paid sabbaticals as a tool to boost creativity and productivity. I am eager to learn from other business owners about their experiences to shape our approach to fostering a balanced workplace.
Progress, Not Perfection: The Impact of Missing Goals and How to Drive Long-Term Success
**Excerpt:** Missed goals can lead to a sense of failure, a response known as the 'negative lumping effect'. However, it shouldn't eclipse the real progress made. Goals are markers, but tangible progress is the true victory. Keep striving and appreciating your journey.
The Illusion of Plenty: Why Focus is the Key to Success and Happiness
Embrace focus over diversity in your professional pursuits. As Robert Greene wisely said, it's about mining a rich vein deeper rather than skipping between shallow mines. Success and fulfillment lie in depth, not extensity.
The Game Changer: Hiring a CFO and Focusing on My Strengths
As a serial entrepreneur, Remco Livain reflects on his best decision - hiring a CFO for GANDT Ventures GmbH. It has eased the workload and enabled me to focus on his strengths. I advise fellow entrepreneurs to seek help early. Here‘s why.