
People On Purpose® S2E3 Is Your Need for Control Costing You Money?
Jan 14, 2026
35:00
Let’s talk about how the fear of letting go is often the exact thing keeping founders stuck, whether it’s at a revenue plateau, in team chaos, or just straight-up exhausted. This episode talks about why your business can’t be built on “cement” (aka rigid control) when the world is built on constant change (market shifts, team changes, and yes… vibes). You’ll hear the difference between relinquishing control and relinquishing accountability, and why confusing those two will sink you in founder quicksand.
Listen in to hear why:
- Control isn’t a growth strategy, it’s usually a fear response wearing a blazer.
- Relinquishing control does NOT mean relinquishing accountability.
- Your advisors should evolve with your business, because the people who got you to $100K might not be the ones who get you to $1M.
- Autonomy is a culture feature. If your managers can’t make decisions, your company can’t grow (and your inbox becomes a war zone).
