Founder or CEO (or both?)

There is a fine line between being a founder and being a CEO

Sure, these roles can totally overlap, but they often demand different skill sets. And guess what? That’s totally cool.

Some savvy founders get this right from the start. They recognise their superpower lies elsewhere, so they bring in someone who’s got the CEO mojo to lead the way. 🦸‍♀️🚀

Here’s where the plot thickens: sometimes, a founder, or the people around ‘em, insist on being the “boss” even if they’re not a fit for the role.

Let’s face the truth: being a CEO is crucial and high-profile, no doubt! But when you’re running a startup day-to-day, there are many puzzle pieces in play. 🧩

As a founder, you gotta play to your strengths🎯 If you thrive on the roller-coaster ride of managing a rapidly growing organization, the CEO hat might be your perfect fit. But, if your magic lies in Sales, product development, marketing, finance, or any other area, don’t feel like you HAVE to take on the CEO gig too. Embrace your zone of genius💡

Remember, it’s not about fitting into a predefined box – it’s about owning your role, whether that’s founder, CEO, or a rockstar in your expertise! 🤘Keep rockin’ and buildin’ those amazing businesses🚀

Ricky Sevta

Ricky is a seasoned leader with over two decades of experience in the B2B SaaS and construction technology industry. He has held senior leadership positions at Simpro, Schneider Electric, and other leading companies, consistently delivering exceptional results and guiding businesses to new heights of success.

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