REWORK Build a business that runs without you
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Mar 26, 2025 Discover how to build a business that thrives in your absence! The hosts share insights on creating jobs that ignite passion, and the critical balance between involvement and independence. They delve into the emotional challenges of stepping back, empowering teams, and achieving work-life harmony. Reflecting on transitions from ownership to investment, they discuss the complexities of evolving roles and the importance of modern financial wisdom. Tune in for a fresh perspective on sustainable entrepreneurship!
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Company vs. Job
- Many entrepreneurs mistakenly believe they're running a company when they've actually just created a job for themselves.
- True businesses can function without the owner's constant presence.
Build a Desirable Job
- Create a company you want to work at, which means creating a job you want to do.
- Avoid building a business that makes you miserable due to constant micromanagement and involvement.
Hawaii Interruption
- David Heinemeier Hansson recalls early struggles where even a vacation to Hawaii was interrupted by server issues.
- This highlights the initial dependence on founders in the early stages of a company.