The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast CNLP 680 | 7 Stages Every Founder & Church Planter Faces: Avoid Common Mistakes
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Oct 1, 2024 
Scott Ritzheimer, a seasoned business consultant who has launched over 20,000 organizations, delves into the seven stages every founder and church planter faces. He highlights the 'founder's dilemma,' emphasizing the need for delegation amidst internal struggles. The conversation shifts to the importance of a transformational mindset in giving, balancing decision-making freedom with the loneliness of leadership. Additionally, Ritzheimer shares insights on navigating leadership transitions and cultivating an effective support network for success.
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Founder's Mindset
- Starting something new is inherently illogical, as easier paths to success often exist.
- This draws individuals unafraid of rule-breaking and unconventional thinking.
Spotting a Founder
- Successful founders often excel as employees, exceeding expectations in their roles.
- They possess a distinct dissatisfaction, a drive to improve existing systems.
Founder's Dissatisfaction
- If you're constantly seeking better ways to do things, even in satisfying roles, you might have founder potential.
- This inherent dissatisfaction fuels the drive needed to overcome startup challenges.
