#6: Transitioning from Corporate to an Entrepreneurial Company

Navigating the Leap from Large Corporation to Small Business.

In this episode, explore the transitional shift as a leader from big corporate to small businesses. Many small entrepreneurial businesses hire externally for executive roles, especially new positions that they add. This often means experienced candidates are coming from larger organizations, which means facing a sizable adjustment in culture and leadership style.

Dive into the pros and cons, transition tips, and key considerations as a leader making this impactful move. Learn about compensation, career growth, flexibility, and the unique challenges and advantages of being a Second-In-Command in a smaller setting reporting directly to a founder.

You'll hear all about:

• 00:29: An overview of the Pros and Cons of transitioning to a small business environment. 
• 01:12: Explaining the differences in pay & benefits, and the unique compensation packages that you might find in small businesses.
• 02:21: Career growth and professional development opportunities in entrepreneurial settings.
• 03:43: Finding true flexibility in your leadership role.
• 04:42: Shedding corporate mindsets to adapt to entrepreneurial companies, and how old habits might hurt you.
• 06:22: Building for tomorrow, not for scale.
• 07:10: Adapting to the pace and speed of working for a founder in a small business environment.
• 08:16: The difference in budgeting cycles and decision-making.
• 08:34: The unique impact and meaningful leadership role in smaller businesses. 

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