What separates high performing startups?

The (initial) guide to building an incredible Startup.

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Is there a secret formula to get your startup high-performing, or does high performance require more than a checklist? The answer likely lies in the middle of these two extremes. “Best-of" lists come in handy by providing a checklist of essential criteria, although it's important to remember that there's no single formula for success. With that in mind, let’s take a closer look at 3 things that separate high-performing startups.

1. Laser-focused on their goals

Any successful startup will tell you that having a clear and attainable goal is the first step to success. Without this foundation, it's difficult to move forward and achieve anything else.

While every company is different, there are some basics that all high-performing startups share. For example, they typically have clear and actionable product goals, sales targets, and engineering objectives.

Without these in place, it's difficult to make progress or measure success. Of course, meeting these goals is only half the battle. The other half is being able to adapt and pivot as the market changes. But for any startup, having a solid foundation is essential for long-term success.

This also includes having a clear mission statement that everyone understands and adheres to. A company's mission statement is often seen as little more than a marketing tool - something to put on the website and in brochures, but that doesn't really have any bearing on day-to-day operations. However, this view underestimates the power of a well-crafted mission statement. A good mission statement can be a powerful tool for streamlining a company's operations, clarifying its goals, and communicating its values to the public.

In an increasingly competitive marketplace, a strong mission statement can be the difference between success and failure. For these reasons, businesses should give serious consideration to their mission statements, and make sure that they are truly reflective of the company's core values and goals.

2. Flexible, but Fluid

Startups need to walk a delicate line when it comes to goal setting. On the one hand, they must be rigid in their commitment to their goals; if they waver, they will never achieve the success they are striving for. On the other hand, they must also be flexible and adaptable, willing to change course if necessary.

This balance is extremely important, and it can be difficult to achieve. Startups that are too rigid may find themselves stuck in a rut, unable to make the necessary changes to succeed.

Meanwhile, startups that are too flexible may never gain the focus and discipline needed to achieve their goals. The key is to find the right balance between rigidity and flexibility, and to stay nimble even as you push forward toward your goals. Every startup needs to find its own sweet spot.

3. Developing In-House Talent

The most under-looked part about high-performing startups is how they develop in-house talent. Many managers and executives simply don’t have the time to be mentors or help with your goals, so it's important to use tools to fill this void.

Blossom is one such tool, connecting employees with coaches that will help your team grow while freeing up your time to focus on growing the company. Everyone wins in this scenario - the company benefits from having a more skilled, dedicated, and engaged workforce, and employees benefit from having access to the resources they need to reach their full potential and make the most out of work. By investing in the development of your team, you're laying the foundation for long-term success.

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