Co-founder Ben steps back from Tuple to join the board. Aaron interviews Ben about the journey. They discuss friendship, personal growth, leadership transitions, team dynamics, embracing change, new beginnings, and starting a new business venture.
Transitioning from CEO to advisor role brings emotional challenges but ultimately provides relief and clarity.
Moving to New York City rejuvenates passion for advising founders through meaningful in-person interactions.
Engaging in co-living communities fosters a sense of belonging and collaboration, contrasting remote work experiences.
Deep dives
Transitioning from CEO to Advisory Role
Ben discusses his transition from CEO to a minimal advisory role within the company. He reflects on the challenges of letting go of his leadership responsibilities and the emotional impact of this change. Despite initial difficulty and feelings of loss, he eventually feels a sense of relief and clarity as he relinquishes control and focuses on being an advisor to the new leadership team.
Rediscovering Joy and Excitement in New York City
Ben describes his move to New York City as a transformative experience where he rediscovers his passion for teaching and advising founders. By actively engaging with people in person and having meaningful conversations, he feels a resurgence of excitement and optimism. Through coffee meetings with entrepreneurs and sharing valuable insights, Ben finds a sense of fulfillment and purpose in his new environment.
Embracing Growth and Opportunities
During his exploratory phase in New York City, Ben embraces opportunities to connect with like-minded individuals and engage in meaningful interactions. He reflects on the importance of personal growth, social connections, and staying open to new experiences. By shedding old routines and embracing change, Ben navigates a period of introspection and rediscovered enthusiasm for the future.
Exploring Co-Living Communities and Career Transitions
The podcast episode delves into the concept of co-living communities, particularly focusing on Fractal NYC, where individuals live near each other and engage in shared activities, fostering a sense of community. The speaker shares their positive experience in this environment, highlighting the presence of like-minded individuals, especially software engineers in transition between job roles. The sense of belonging and collaborative spirit within the community contrasts sharply with remote work, leading to a fulfilling and optimistic outlook on the future.
Embracing Uncertainty and Entrepreneurial Pursuits
The episode transitions to a discussion about career changes and embracing uncertainty. After a recent layoff, the speaker reflects on exploring new opportunities and publicly seeking job prospects. Encouraged by the overwhelming support and job offers from the community, they contemplate starting a video studio venture with a colleague. The decision to prioritize excitement and growth over stability resonates, emphasizing the importance of leaning into challenges and pursuing entrepreneurial endeavors.
After almost six years, Ben has stepped away from day-to-day work on Tuple and moved to its board. Friend of the pod Aaron Francis interviews Ben about the whole beautiful, complicated, enriching experience. As a treat, the boys dive into what's next for Aaron as well.
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