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22. Founder Mode vs. Manager Mode is the Wrong Question

At Work with The Ready

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Navigating Founder and Manager Modes

This chapter humorously explores Halloween costume plans while delving into the critical distinction between 'founder mode' and 'manager mode' in startups. The speakers analyze the implications of these leadership styles on organizational dynamics and emphasize the importance of recognizing a founder's influence even as they shift roles. They caution against the potential misuse of these concepts as justifications for a lack of collaboration, highlighting the need for balance and questioning the status quo in organizations.

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