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“The Business Can’t Grow If You Won’t Let Go!” | Letting Go of Founder Control and Micromanagement with Amanda Horan
When a founder refuses to let go, the business eventually hits a ceiling.
In this episode of Founder Talk, Alex Sheridan sits down with Amanda Horan, Co-Founder + CEO of Line + Cleat, luxury USCG-approved life jackets, to unpack what it takes to build in a crowded category, challenge legacy assumptions, and create a brand that can grow beyond the founder.
Key takeaways:
00:00:00 Introduction
00:03:40 Why would customers pay more for a premium product in a crowded market?
Answer: Amanda explains that premium products win when they solve a neglected problem better through quality, trust, and…
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