The Exit Paradox: Why Building to Sell is the Only Way to Build to Keep
Discover why treating your business like a product to be sold is the best strategy for operational sanity, even if you plan to keep it forever.
Ben Schmidt
7 minFounder Burnout
5 posts
The Oxygen Mask Fallacy: Why Your Burnout Is the Single Biggest Risk to Your Company
An honest look at founder burnout as a systemic risk. We explore the biology of stress, the contagiousness of anxiety, and how to build systems that allow you to rest without the business collapsing.
Ben Schmidt
7 min
The Heavy Hand: Why We Cling to Control and How to Finally Let Go
An exploration of the psychology behind micromanagement, reframing it as an excess of care, and providing a structural path to delegation through standardized training.
Ben Schmidt
8 min
The Exit Strategy That Does Not Involve Selling: Building a Self-Managing Company
Learn how to transition from an operator to an owner by building robust training systems and documentation, allowing your business to thrive without your constant presence.
Ben Schmidt
8 min
Managing Decision Fatigue: Saving Your Brain for What Matters
Learn to manage decision fatigue and conserve mental energy for high-stakes business choices. Practical strategies for overwhelmed managers and business owners.
Ben Schmidt
8 min