In this episode, a good friend, Alex Spinoso, and I reflect on the trials of scaling a business, from staff issues to the weight of running multiple companies. We talk about how criticism from employees can hurt, especially when you pour your heart into the company. But hey, that’s part of leadership. Whether it's realizing that your vendors are actually "partners" in your business or coming to terms with the fact that your employees don’t have to like you, but they need to respect the vision—it’s all part of the game.

 

Key Points and Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

01:17 - What's on your mind?

07:19 - How long have you been dreaming?

09:59 - Annual revenue

10:23 - The toughest blows to deal with

16:27 - Does it matter?

20:29 - Are emotions bad?

27:58 - What keeps you relentless?

32:12 - You need your employees

35:02 - Adjusting to intensity

40:20 - Ability or desire?

52:04 - How to accept anxiety

59:30 - Best practices to overcome depression

1:04:15 - Mexican death stories

1:10:40 - September 5th, 2028

1:14:55 - Final word

1:05:36 - Conclusion

 

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