How do you navigate a founding CTO's transition when they're struggling to scale? Kelli and Nolan share hard-won wisdom on avoiding common pitfalls: don't rush to judgment, build trust first, and respect the deep bonds between founders. Instead of plotting replacements, focus on supporting growth - and remember that even the best transitions happen through relationships, not force.

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TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) Intro

(01:52) Avoid Premature Judgments

(04:43) Nuance and Relationship Building

(07:43) Sponsor Message: Metaview

(08:55) Further Discussion: Investing in Existing Leadership

(11:25) Additional Insights: Truth and Trust

(13:02) The Risk of Premature Action

(14:23) Summary and Emotional Dynamics

(14:46) Board Involvement and Conclusion

(15:37) Wrap

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