At the tender age of twenty-three, I stumbled into entrepreneurship without grasping the significance of a strong team. My misguided attempts at finding and retaining great employees left me frustrated and overwhelmed. But through self-reflection, I realized that to build a thriving company, I needed to become a great leader, not just a business strategist.

I immersed myself in understanding the potential of each team member and crafted a formula that nurtured their talents. Along the way, I learned four key strategies that transformed my leadership approach and turned my team into top performers.

In this book, I share the lessons I’ve learned and the insights I’ve gained from studying successful companies and leaders. I hope to inspire you to invest in your employees, for they hold the potential to be exceptional contributors.

You don’t need to be a perfect leader; all that matters is your commitment to continuous improvement. Embrace this journey, and together, we’ll unlock the full potential of your team.

— Mike Michalowicz