Surprises in business are usually reactions, happening to you, until you get in rhythm and row in the same direction, then most surprises turn out to be positive. Transitioning from a founder to a CEO is like going through corporate adolescence, where challenges arise in managing the executive team, controlling costs, and maintaining growth. Becoming a good CEO requires learning, unlike being a natural founder, and often involves experiencing a phase of being a subpar CEO before excelling at the role.