Andreas Pettersson – Corporate Exec to Scrappy Builder: Master the Mindset of Growth & Action

In this episode of The Builders Podcast, Matt Levenhagen sits down with Andreas Pettersson, a former corporate executive turned scrappy entrepreneur. Andreas shares his journey from structured leadership roles to the fast-paced, ever-changing world of startups. This conversation dives deep into the mindset shifts required to transition successfully, the power of action-taking, and why building people is just as important as building a business.

Key Takeaways:

• Mindset Shift for Growth: Moving from corporate leadership to entrepreneurship requires agility, resourcefulness, and a willingness to embrace uncertainty.
• Action Over Perfection: The best way to learn and grow is to take action quickly, iterate, and adapt.
• Leadership at Scale: Entrepreneurs must evolve from being problem-solvers to empowering and developing leaders within their teams.
• Fractional Work & Delegation: Hiring the right talent at the right stage—especially fractional executives—can optimize business efficiency.
• Culture & Team Development: Great businesses are built on great people. Identifying and nurturing talent is key to long-term success.
• The Power of Radical Candor: Honest, direct feedback helps individuals and businesses grow faster and smarter.