hi @utee
good questions, each deserves a separate post so here goes…
- what makes a team outstanding?
“Outstanding” is in the eye of the beholder…so I am going to list a few simple attributes I personally look out for.
a. Passion. Dangerous is the person who wants to get rich quick and at all costs! I look for a person or team that love and believe in their “product” more than they do money.
b. Smart founders; and by smart I mean those with an un-quenching thirst to know everything about their product and market, with the ability to listen and adapt quickly. A pilot or prototype is unlikely to be perfect on day one, but if a founder is a sponge for feedback and able to iterate efficiently, they should get to the promised land!
c. An inspiring leader. This isn’t just a function of the loudest personality in the room. There are many ways to lead, and a beautiful mind is able to earn respect from those around it.
d. Integrity and competence. A team with BOTH these traits will perform; however one trait without the other is simply a disaster!