In this episode of Ambitious, we welcome Ashley DeLuca to unpack the journey of becoming a CEO or hiring one to scale your business. We discuss the crucial role a CEO plays in business growth, how to transition from entrepreneur to CEO, and the dynamics between founders and CEOs. Dive into the importance of boundaries, emotional regulation, and the key traits needed to excel as a leader. Learn when and how to hire a CEO, and gain actionable insights. This episode will reshape how you think about structuring and growing your business.

01:46 Meet Ashley DeLuca

03:20 Ashley's Journey from Corporate to Entrepreneurship

05:44 The Transition to CEO: Challenges and Growth

09:10 Building Trust and Navigating Founder-CEO Dynamics

14:22 Finding the Right CEO for Your Business

18:17 The Importance of Communication and Partnership

20:51 Balancing Vision and Operations

30:02 Advice for Aspiring CEOs

35:32 The Importance of Clear Boundaries

39:47 Navigating CEO Responsibilities

42:45 Hiring and Working with a CEO

55:51 The Right Time to Hire a CEO

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