I’ve learned many lessons about running and managing a business during my 20-plus years as CEO of Haneke Design. Some lessons are technology-specific, but most are basic management principles that could apply to any business. Here are my top four. It’s never too early to start planning and goal setting. When I first started Haneke…
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The Legacy Wealth Code Podcast
I recently sat down with The Legacy Wealth Code podcast for a conversation about Artificial Intelligence (AI). Having been in the tech industry for over 20 years, I have seen, first-hand, the impact that emerging technologies can have. I offer my insights on the rise of AI and what it means for the technology industry,…
Putting the Patient First: User-Centered Design for Health Tech Solutions
The Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act of 2009 has had a profound impact on the Health Tech industry. Even now, over a decade later, the legislation from the Federal Department of Health and Human Services continues to drive technological advancements in the field. In today’s market, Electronic Medical Record (EMR)…
The Ratio of These 3 Things Says a Lot About Your Business Style
Understanding your own innate ratio of the 3 factors for business aptitude can give you insights on your professional behavior, making you a more effective employee or business leader. When I hear people talk about the factors that determine one’s professional competencies, they’re usually focused on just 2 traits: intelligence and emotional awareness. Observing the…
Don’t Let Remote Work Create Remote Relationships
I’ve come to realize that not all workplaces are created equal. In fact, I think there are some things that are impossible to replicate when “attending a meeting” is reduced to staring at a screen of floating faces. When we returned to the office in June, many shortcomings of remote work became apparent to me;…
No One Cares About Your Features, So Start Defining Your Solutions
One of the biggest problems I see when companies market their technology solutions is that they incorrectly focus on defining the features instead of the benefits. Customers are less interested in the specific functionalities of your product and more concerned with how it will add value to their lives. While features are important, they aren’t…
Let Go and Grow Your Business
4 Lessons learned about growing and scaling your startup Perfectionism, attention to detail, competitiveness and a joy for your craft, these are the traits that I have seen over the years in some of the best designers and software developers. These are also personality traits that have controlled my life for a very long time…