In this episode, Monique Mills and guest co-host, Caitlin Ferguson, introduce their new podcast series, Hustle and Humor, which will provide listeners with a mix of real talk, practical advice, and plenty of laughs.

They discuss the importance of aligning business efforts for financial goals, the realities of startup life, the significance of effective communication in teams, the intricacies of setting and managing OKRs in early-stage companies and offers insights into operational strategies.

Hustle and Humor Series:

• Running from August 6th to September 19th
• Episodes released every Tuesday and Thursday

01:59 Startup Challenges and Lessons

12:25 Hustle Hotline - Real Questions, Real Answers

We also shared details on: Promotion and Marketing Strategies, Community and Networking Insights, and more!

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Resources Mentioned in the Episode

1. Crystal Knows

• Description: Crystal Knows is a tool that provides insights into personality profiles based on DISC assessment to help with communication and understanding in professional settings. It offers personalized advice on how to interact with team members, clients, and others based on their personality traits.
• URL: Crystal Knows

2. DISC Personality Assessment

• Description: DISC is a behavior assessment tool that centers on four different personality traits: Dominance, Influence, Steadiness, and Conscientiousness. It helps individuals and teams understand their own and others' behavior, improving communication and collaboration.
• URL: DISC Personality Assessment

3. Situational Leadership Model

• Description: The Situational Leadership Model is a framework for leaders to adapt their style to the performance readiness of their followers. It emphasizes flexibility in leadership based on the situation and the development level of team members.
• URL: Situational Leadership
• Also https://www.ceofconsulting.com/post/situational-leadership-fractional-coo-adapting-your-style-for-team-success

4. OKRs (Objectives and Key Results)

• Description: OKRs are a goal-setting framework used to define and track objectives and their outcomes. The main components are Objectives, which define what you want to achieve, and Key Results, which measure how you achieve those objectives.
• URL: OKRs
• OKRs and KPIs - https://www.ceofconsulting.com/post/the-real-deal-with-okrs-and-kpis-essential-metrics-for-founders-fractional-coo

5. RACI Chart (Responsibility Assignment Matrix)

• Description: A RACI chart is a matrix used to assign roles and responsibilities in a project. It clarifies who is Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, and Informed for each task, ensuring clear communication and accountability.
• URL: RACI Chart

6. PMP (Project Management Professional)

• Description: PMP is a globally recognized certification for project managers, validating their skills in managing projects, including planning, executing, monitoring, controlling, and closing projects across various industries.
• URL: PMP Certification

7.Ops Tree - https://www.ceofconsulting.com/post/the-ops-tree-a-fractional-coo-s-blueprint-for-operational-excellence

16 Personalities Test

•  16personalities.com

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moniquemills/

Bio Website: https://moniquemills.biz/

TPM Focus - Strategy Firm for Startups and SMBs: https://tpmfocus.com/

Guest Co-Host : Caitlin Ferguson

Founder of COO Pilots - coopilots.io