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The Visionary and the Operator

Every great business has two key leaders at the top:

The Visionary. And the Operator.

The Visionary

  • Sees what others can't
  • Inspires people and drives business
  • Becomes the face of the company

The Operator

  • Keeps everyone accountable and on target
  • Builds the company and digital tooling
  • Turns vision into action

Many founders try to do both. And for a while, it works.

But then growth stalls. Things get more complex. Cracks start to show.

They may feel:

  • Overwhelmed by the company
  • Frustrated by team issues
  • Alone in pushing the company forward

That’s when it might be time to find your Operator.

Or vice-versa.

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One more thing. There are two exceptions.

Some rare leaders can do both. And you’ll see it in the company’s success.

Other times, you need a third role: The Builder who is obsessed with product, tech, and the craft itself. Then the duality becomes a trinity.

Visionary. Operator. Builder.

Three strengths. One mission.

Which one are you?

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