Startups require different skills (aptitude) and mindsets (attitude) than corporations. Simon Wardley identified three essential mindsets necessary for success: Explorers, Villagers, and Town Planners. Companies benefit from having all three mindsets.

It’s no secret that I’m not a fan of big-company HR practices.

Dave Kellogg on managers, directors and VPs.

• Managers are paid to drive results with some support.
• Directors are paid to drive results with little or no supervision (“set and forget”).
• VPs are paid to make the plan.