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Chris Erhardt is a business and management consultant focused on leveraging AI and automation to help organizations streamline operations, improve scalability, and drive sustainable growth. With a background in tech entrepreneurship and a track record of building and advising innovative ventures, he currently consults across both public and private sectors in North America.

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If given the chance to start over, these are the moves seasoned entrepreneurs say they’d make to build their businesses differently today. Hindsight can be a powerful teacher, especially for entrepreneurs who’ve weathered the highs and lows of building a business from the ground up. From financial decisions and branding strategies to selecting the right partners and saying “no” sooner, many business leaders have learned what they’d do differently if they had the chance to start fresh. To that end, Fast Company Executive Board members reflect on those hard-earned lessons and share the changes they’d make if they were launching their companies today. Here's how they've used what they've learned as a valuable roadmap for building stronger, more resilient companies.

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May 29, 2025
Building the next wave of global prosperity will require boldness, investment, and a willingness to think beyond our own borders.

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Here's how to master daily leadership responsibilities without burning out. What does an effective leader look like? Oftentimes, what comes to mind is an individual who can successfully balance daily workflow, foster positive team relations, and handle an unforeseen crisis calmly and collectively. But strong leaders have another secret ingredient up their sleeves. They realize how important it is to manage their most valuable resources: time and energy. As a leader, being intentional about where to invest your focus can significantly enhance your productivity. Below, 20 Fast Company Executive Board members share their insights on other tried and true habits every successful executive should practice regularly.