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LEVELS – A Whole New Level
#194 - Personal growth as a CEO in different stages of a growing startup | Sam Corcos & Ben Grynol
Dec 12, 2022
Sam Corcos, CEO of Levels, discusses personal growth and challenges in different startup stages with Ben Grynol. Topics include time management, strategy vs. people ops, startup requirements, and quarterly think weeks. They also explore conflict avoidance, tough decisions, and key takeaways for founders and CEOs, such as humility, trust, and good decision-making.
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- Different stages of a growing startup require different skill sets and responsibilities for a CEO.
- Effective decision-making as a CEO requires reflection, seeking advice, and creating the necessary conditions.
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Transitioning from Individual Contributor to CEO
In this podcast episode, Sam Corcos, co-founder and CEO of Levels, shares his journey from being an individual contributor to becoming a CEO. He discusses the challenges of transitioning from writing code and shipping products to leading a team and making strategic decisions. Sam emphasizes the importance of having context, making decisions, and connecting the dots cross-functionally in his current role as a CEO. He also acknowledges the need for leaders to recognize their responsibilities and overcome personal hurdles like conflict avoidance and decision-making to effectively lead and drive their organizations forward.
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