Carol Schultz: From Operator to Leader: How CEOs Reclaim Time and Scale the Right Way

Show Summary:

In today's episode of the Grow My Accounting Practice podcast, we explore the critical shift every founder must make to scale successfully by moving from operator to true leader.

The conversation breaks down why being buried in emails, meetings, and day-to-day decisions isn't leadership and how CEOs can intentionally reclaim their time before burnout forces change. We discuss when it's actually the right time to hire help, how to scale yourself first, and why founders' syndrome is one of the most common blind spots holding growing companies back.

The episode also examines how to build a culture of feedback that works and why it starts with the CEO, how leaders can better support and engage Gen Z employees, and why a Chief of Staff can be a powerful secret weapon for focus, strategy, and speed. This is a must-listen for firm owners ready to lead their businesses forward, not just manage them.