The CEO Accelerator by Eric Partaker

Four Types of Learning Credit to Jeroen Kraaijenbrink. Follow him for more on leadership & strategy. Original post below: ===== Learning is key to success. But did you know that people learn differently? Discover your style and become a better learner. Some learn better reading a book, others listening to a podcast, and yet others when watching others do something. In 1984, David Kolb wrote an important book about this, called ‘Experiential Learning.” He discovered four distinct “learning styles” and created the “learning cycle.” According to this cycle, learning happens through four stages: - Concrete Experience (Feeling): you do something, or something happens and this creates an experience. - Reflective Observation (Watching): you reflect on the new experience and on what it is that you didn’t know yet. - Abstract Conceptualization (Thinking): you make sense of what happened and modify your understanding. - Active Experimentation (Doing): you put your new understanding to the test. So, whenever you really want to learn something, it means you need to go through all these four stages. But that’s not all. Kolb also discovered that people have different styles that relate to different stages of the cycle. He identified four: 1. Diverging (Feel & Watch). These are the observers that look at things from different perspectives. They reflect on their experiences and like to use their imagination and creativity. 2. Assimilating (Watch & Think). These are thinkers. They carefully reflect and conceptualize what they see. They like to analyze and are good at abstraction and modeling. 3. Converging (Think & Do). These are the efficient problem-solvers that combine their analytical skills with a practical orientation. They want quick solutions and move on. 4. Accommodating (Do & Feel). These people are the do-ers. They are practice-oriented and mostly approach situations intuitively. They like new challenges and experimentation. I’m mostly a Converging type of learner. I’d like to look at something, think about it and then focus on solving it as quickly and efficiently as I can. A close second for me is the Assimilating type. Even though I do want quick solutions, I also like to play with concepts, models, theories and so on and think about how to improve or combine them. I believe you can clearly see these two styles in my posts: I assimilate what others are doing and writing, I think about what makes most sense and how we can do better, and I then turn it into short posts that—so I hope—are useful in practice. What is your preferred learning style? ===== ? Repost to help your network. And follow The CEO Accelerator by Eric Partaker for more. ?? 30+ Founders & CEOs have already enrolled to the April cohort of the CEO Accelerator. Space is limited, so apply now: https://lnkd.in/dAv5-H7c

Success leaves clues. And the journey from startup to scale-up reveals a clear pattern. It's not just about working harder. Or moving faster. It's about transforming chaos into clarity. The world's top CEOs understand this: True scaling isn't random growth— it's systematic transformation. They focus on three critical areas: ? Vision that inspires action ? Culture that drives performance ? Systems that deliver results Just ask Ali Abdaal, who doubled his business in under a year. The difference? A proven framework for sustainable growth. Not just temporary wins. Not just quick fixes. But lasting transformation. Ready to write your success story in 2025? Join our April 23rd cohort. Space is limited. Apply today:?https://lnkd.in/dUFXKPNY ?? DON'T MISS your chance to join my EXCLUSIVE FREE training for Founders & CEOs. Spaces limited. To celebrate the next cohort of The CEO Accelerator, starting April 23, 2025, I’m hosting: "The Hidden Reason CEOs Struggle to Scale? (And How to Fix It With the Right Network)" Thur, March 13th, at 1:30pm Eastern / 5:30pm UK Sign-up here:?https://lnkd.in/dz4d_C6f 98 Founders & CEOs have already applied to the next CEO Accelerator cohort. Space is limited, so apply now: https://lnkd.in/dUFXKPNY

The best teams aren’t the biggest. They’re the ones who refuse to quit. Early in my career, I kept hearing: "More people = More success." The reality? More usually meant: ?? More red tape. ??? More meetings that go nowhere. ?? More people just picking up a paycheck. Helping hundreds of CEOs taught me? one unforgettable lesson. Small teams move differently. Here’s how: ?? Relentless commitment to a shared mission ? Teams that believe in the goal? will move mountains to reach it. ? Purpose fuels resilience.? When things get tough, they push harder. ?? Speed, agility, and trust ? Small teams move fast.? Less bureaucracy, more execution. ? Every person is essential.? So, accountability is built in. ?? Extreme focus on impact ? Fewer resources? No problem.? Small teams innovate faster. ? Distractions don’t survive in a mission-driven culture. The game changers? The greatest breakthroughs,? the boldest moves, the biggest wins? They all started with a handful of people? who refused to quit. If you’re leading a small team, don’t chase scale. Chase clarity, speed, and conviction. Because together, a small team can achieve absolutely anything. ?? Have you seen a small team outperform a big one? Drop your experience in the comments. ?? Repost to help your network. And follow The CEO Accelerator by Eric Partaker for more. ?? DON'T MISS your chance to join my EXCLUSIVE FREE training for Founders & CEOs. Spaces limited. To celebrate the next cohort of The CEO Accelerator, starting April 23, 2025, I’m hosting: "The Hidden Reason CEOs Struggle to Scale? (And How to Fix It With the Right Network)" Thur, March 13th, at 1:30pm Eastern / 5:30pm UK Sign-up here:?https://lnkd.in/dUybC4Ny 98 Founders & CEOs have already applied to the next CEO Accelerator cohort. Space is limited, so apply now: https://lnkd.in/d2jtzpbN

9 Phrases that make you sound weak as a CEO: How you speak doesn’t just define your leadership. It shapes your company’s culture. Here are 9 phrases to avoid (and what to say instead): ?? "That’s not my problem." ?? Why? It ignores problems that affect success. ? Say this instead: "Let’s solve this together." ?? "We’ve always done it this way." ?? Why? It discourages innovation and growth. ? Say this instead: "Let’s find better options to do this." ?? "I don’t have time for this." ?? Why? It makes people feel unimportant. ? Say this instead: "Let’s handle this properly." ?? "Just figure it out." ?? Why? It creates confusion and misalignment. ? Say this instead: "How can I support you?" ?? "Failure is not an option." ?? Why? It causes fear and bad decisions. ? Say this instead: "Let’s adjust as we go." ?? "I make the decisions around here." ?? Why? It shuts down collaboration and trust. ? Say this instead: "I want your input before we decide." ?? "If they don’t like it, they can leave." ?? Why? It pushes great people away. ? Say this instead: "Let’s fix what’s not working." ?? "We don’t have time to train people." ?? Why? It signals short-term thinking and stagnation. ? Say this instead: "Let’s invest in learning." ?? "I don’t need feedback." ?? Why? It blocks growth and trust. ? Say this instead: "What’s one thing I could do better? Keep this in mind: Every word you speak as CEO? sets your company’s trajectory. Negative words create weak cultures. Positive words build unstoppable teams. Great CEOs choose their words wisely. Every. Single. Day. Will you? ?? Repost to help your network. ?And follow The CEO Accelerator by Eric Partaker for more. ?? DON'T MISS your chance to join my EXCLUSIVE FREE training for Founders & CEOs. Spaces limited. To celebrate the next cohort of The CEO Accelerator, starting April 23, 2025, I’m hosting: "The Hidden Reason CEOs Struggle to Scale? (And How to Fix It With the Right Network)" Thur, March 13th, at 1:30pm Eastern / 5:30pm UK Sign-up here:?https://lnkd.in/dQ6ndesf 98 Founders & CEOs have already applied to the next CEO Accelerator cohort. Space is limited, so apply now: https://lnkd.in/dEgy3mM9

Top 10 Soft Skills I See in Top Performers Credit to Benjamin B. Bargetzi. Follow him for more insights on leading change and the future of AI & tech. Original post below: ===== 10 skills that will pay you back forever. Want to stand out in your career? These are the skills to focus on: 1. Adaptability It's essential to be flexible. Change is all around us. Top performers pivot when faced with change. 2. Problem-Solving Complex issues will always arise. You need to learn to: Break them down. Find a solution. Move forward. 3. Continuous Learning Never stop growing. Keep expanding your knowledge. Seek out new skills and stay curious. 4. Collaboration No one succeeds alone. Teamwork is key. Excel at working with others towards a common goal. 5. Ethical Judgment Integrity matters. Have a strong moral compass. Make decisions that align with your values. 6. Communication Be clear, concise, and effective. Learn to get your message across and inspire others. 7. Resilience Setbacks happen. The key is to bounce back quickly. Learn from failures and come back stronger. 8. Creative Thinking Innovation sets you apart. Bring fresh ideas forward. Think outside the box and push boundaries. 9. Mindfulness Stay present and self-aware. It's a powerful tool. And it's key to managing your response to emotions. 10. Emotional Awareness Self-awareness. Social awareness. Empathy. Top performers use these to build strong relationships. The great news? You can develop these skills with practice. Start small. Focus on one area at a time. Reflect on your experiences and learn from them. Master these 10 skills and you'll be unstoppable. ===== ? Repost to help your network. And follow The CEO Accelerator by Eric Partaker for more. ?? DON'T MISS your chance to join my EXCLUSIVE FREE training for Founders & CEOs. Spaces limited. To celebrate the next cohort of The CEO Accelerator, starting April 23, 2025, I’m hosting: "The Hidden Reason CEOs Struggle to Scale? (And How to Fix It With the Right Network)" Thur, March 13th, at 1:30pm Eastern / 5:30pm UK Sign-up here:?https://lnkd.in/dSXZjFH9 98 Founders & CEOs have already applied to the next CEO Accelerator cohort. Space is limited, so apply now: https://lnkd.in/dGMHzBKK

Growth without structure is a ticking time bomb. Ask any successful CEO and they'll tell you: The cracks start small… Missed deadlines. Unclear priorities. Communication breakdowns. Then suddenly, your fast-growing company feels like it's coming apart at the seams. From my years building and scaling companies, I've seen this pattern repeat: Growth alone isn't enough. You need systems that scale. Processes that work. Leadership that inspires. The best CEOs don't just chase numbers— they build foundations for sustainable success. They transform their: ? Decision-making ? Team dynamics ? Operating systems Don't wait for the cracks to show. Build your company to last. Ready to scale the right way in 2025? Join our April 23rd cohort. Space is limited. Apply today: https://lnkd.in/dmZtUaJc ?? DON'T MISS your chance to join my EXCLUSIVE FREE training for Founders & CEOs. Spaces limited. To celebrate the next cohort of The CEO Accelerator, starting April 23, 2025, I’m hosting: "The Hidden Reason CEOs Struggle to Scale? (And How to Fix It With the Right Network)" Thur, March 13th, at 1:30pm Eastern / 5:30pm UK Sign-up here:?https://lnkd.in/drY_beTb 98 Founders & CEOs have already applied to the next CEO Accelerator cohort. Space is limited, so apply now: https://lnkd.in/dmZtUaJc

Your experience might be your biggest weakness. Here's why… I've noticed something fascinating after working? with hundreds of CEOs and founders... The biggest predictor of success isn't talent,? connections, or resources. It's having an insatiable appetite for learning. Here's what 20+ years of experience has taught? me about learning in leadership: 1. Mindset Shifts That Matter: ? Stop seeing challenges as obstacles.? View them as opportunities to grow. ? Embrace being uncomfortable.? That's where the real learning happens. 2. The Learning Leader's Playbook: ? Schedule dedicated learning time.? Even 30 minutes a day compounds dramatically. ? Seek feedback actively, especially when it's? hard to hear. ? Turn your mistakes into teaching moments? for your team. 3. Warning Signs You're Blocking Your Own Growth: ? Defending your decisions instead of? examining them ? Surrounding yourself with people who only? agree with you ? Blaming external factors when things go wrong 4.?The Hidden Power of Being a Student: ? ? Your team will feel safer experimenting and taking risks ? You'll spot opportunities others miss ? Your organization becomes more adaptable and resilient The critical thing to understand: The most dangerous phrase in business isn't "I failed." It's "I already know that." Stay teachable.? Stay hungry.? Stay humble. The moment you stop learning is the moment? you start falling behind. What's the biggest lesson you've learned recently? Share below ?? ?? Repost to help your network. And follow The CEO Accelerator by Eric Partaker for more. ?? DON'T MISS your chance to join my EXCLUSIVE FREE training for Founders & CEOs. Spaces limited. To celebrate the next cohort of The CEO Accelerator, starting April 23, 2025, I’m hosting: "The Hidden Reason CEOs Struggle to Scale? (And How to Fix It With the Right Network)" Thur, March 13th, at 1:30pm Eastern / 5:30pm UK Sign-up here:?https://lnkd.in/dGfwaGHz 98 Founders & CEOs have already applied to the next CEO Accelerator cohort. Space is limited, so apply now: https://lnkd.in/d6CDGJ7t

7 essential strategies to build an unstoppable team: Most teams are good… Very few are extraordinary. The difference? How you build them. 20+ years of helping elite leaders,? has shown me exactly what it takes? to build a high-performing team: 1. Set the Standard from Day One ? Mediocre expectations create mediocre results. ? Be crystal clear about what excellence looks like,? ?then chase it daily. ?? 2. Hire People Who Get Things Done ? Resumes don’t create results. Problem-solving does. ? Prioritize action-takers over credential-collectors. ?? 3. Build Leaders, Not Just Employees ? Your team shouldn’t need permission to move forward. ? Trust them. Empower them. And watch them rise. 4. Create a Culture of Accountability ? No blame games. No excuses. ? Shift from “Who messed up?” to “How can we fix this?” 5. Remove What’s Slowing Them Down ? Fix the friction. Eliminate recurring roadblocks,? ?unnecessary approvals, and pointless meetings. ? High-performers won’t stick around? ?if they're caught up in trivial red tape. 6. Make Growth the Standard ? The best teams are always evolving. ? Challenge them with new and exciting opportunities,? ?not just their routine workload. 7. Recognize Your Team ? People don’t just work for paychecks.? ?They work for a purpose. ? Praise effort, attitude, and execution, not just results. The bottom line? A team’s potential isn’t defined by talent alone. It’s shaped by the standards you set,? the trust you build, and the obstacles you remove. What shift will you make to strengthen your team today? ?? Repost to help your network. And follow The CEO Accelerator by Eric Partaker for more. ?? DON'T MISS your chance to join my EXCLUSIVE FREE training for Founders & CEOs. Spaces limited. To celebrate the next cohort of The CEO Accelerator, starting April 23, 2025, I’m hosting: "The Hidden Reason CEOs Struggle to Scale? (And How to Fix It With the Right Network)" Thur, March 13th, at 1:30pm Eastern / 5:30pm UK Sign-up here:?https://lnkd.in/dR57c73N 98 Founders & CEOs have already applied to the next CEO Accelerator cohort. Space is limited, so apply now: https://lnkd.in/dmjeQ82n

Positions Don't Last Forever Credit to Véronique Barrot. Follow her for more insights on leadership, personal & professional growth. Original post below: ===== 7 Things People Never Forget About Great Leaders (And It’s Not Their Rank) A title is just a label. Real leadership is about the impact you leave on others. Here are 7 qualities that people remember long after a leader has moved on: 1. Genuine Respect ? Treat every team member as an equal ? Acknowledge each person’s unique strengths 2. Unwavering Integrity ? Keep promises, even when it’s inconvenient ? Model honesty, no matter the challenge 3. Compassion in Action ? Take the time to check in on well-being ? Show you care beyond the work 4. Empowerment Through Trust ? Allow others to take the lead on projects ? Give room for decision-making and growth 5. Clear, Transparent Communication ? Explain the ‘why’ behind actions and changes ? Foster openness to eliminate uncertainty 6. Consistency Under Pressure ? Stay steady and positive during tough times ? Your calm presence can be a source of strength for others 7. Genuine Gratitude ? Show appreciation for big and small efforts ? Recognize the hard work happening behind the scenes Being a leader is about more than directing a team. It's about inspiring others and leaving a legacy of respect, empathy, and integrity. Ask yourself: What will people remember about you as a leader? ===== ? Repost to help your network. And follow The CEO Accelerator by Eric Partaker for more. ?? DON'T MISS your chance to join my EXCLUSIVE FREE training for Founders & CEOs. Spaces limited. To celebrate the next cohort of The CEO Accelerator, starting April 23, 2025, I’m hosting: "The Hidden Reason CEOs Struggle to Scale? (And How to Fix It With the Right Network)" Thur, March 13th, at 1:30pm Eastern / 5:30pm UK Sign-up here:?https://lnkd.in/d6wrAGEr 98 Founders & CEOs have already applied to the next CEO Accelerator cohort. Space is limited, so apply now: https://lnkd.in/dHDg6FQC

Your team makes or breaks your growth. But building the right team isn't just about hiring. It's about making the tough calls. Getting the right people in the right roles. Creating a culture of high performance. I've helped hundreds of CEOs transform their teams, and here's what I know: Exceptional teams don't happen by accident. They're built with intention. Led with purpose. And guided by proven systems. That's exactly what the CEO Accelerator delivers. Starting April 23rd, you'll get the tools and frameworks to build a team that drives sustainable growth. No more settling for average. No more avoiding difficult decisions. No more wondering if you have the right people. Ready to build your dream team? Join our April cohort. Space is limited. Apply today:?https://lnkd.in/dMSD3QHU ?? DON'T MISS your chance to join my EXCLUSIVE FREE training for Founders & CEOs. Spaces limited. To celebrate the next cohort of The CEO Accelerator, starting April 23, 2025, I’m hosting: "The Hidden Reason CEOs Struggle to Scale? (And How to Fix It With the Right Network)" Thur, March 13th, at 1:30pm Eastern / 5:30pm UK Sign-up here:?https://lnkd.in/d7pmhddH 98 Founders & CEOs have already applied to the next CEO Accelerator cohort. Space is limited, so apply now: https://lnkd.in/dMSD3QHU