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When Should Founders Hand Over to Managers?

Destination Innovation

Founders of successful start-ups often face a critical juncture where they must decide whether to hand over responsibilities to professional managers. They will get advice from many quarters telling them that this transition is pivotal for scaling the company beyond its initial success. Founders typically possess visionary zeal and hands-on expertise in all operational areas, but as the business grows, their intense activities might become a bottleneck as nearly all major decisions come to their