The Start, Scale & Succeed Podcast · 2026-06-30 · 22 min
In this clarifying episode, Scott Ritzheimer, Founder of Scale Architects, shares how to decide whether you should stay in stage 1 as a purposeful employee or move to stage 2 and start your own thing. If you're a dissatisfied employee feeling pulled to launch but unsure if it's right for you, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why level 1 can be the ideal stage for mastering your craft and living with stability - How to become a purposeful employee instead of settling as a dissatisfied one - What signs show it's truly time to move from level 1 to becoming a startup entrepreneur This episode is ideal for for Founders, Owners, and CEOs in stages 1,2 of The Founder's Evolution. Not sure which stage you're in?
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