In this episode, Bernd Geropp shares practical insights on implementing a 90-day founder independence sprint to help founders focus, stabilize key areas, and build sustainable leadership habits. Learn how to choose the right focus, set clear commitments, and avoid common pitfalls.

Key Topics

The importance of a 90-day sprint for founder independence

How to choose the right building block to focus on

The five levels of organizational change

The role of written commitments in change management

How to measure success at 30, 60, and 90 days

Common mistakes in implementing founder sprints

The importance of focusing on one change at a time

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Founder Independence

01:30 The 90-Day Sprint Concept

04:34 Choosing the Right Building Block

09:20 The Importance of Written Commitment

11:42 30-Day and 60-Day Checkpoints

14:01 Involving the Team in the Sprint

15:13 Common Mistakes in 90-Day Sprints

16:34 Measuring Sprint Success

17:22 First Steps for Founders

Links Mentioned in the Show:

AI and Leadership Course: https://fipodcast.vip/ai

Checklists for Leaders: https://berndgeropp.com/check

Leadership Crash Course: https://fipodcast.vip/crashcourse

Weekly Actionable Leadership Tips: https://fipodcast.vip/xbzv

Credits:

Host: Bernd Geropp

Moderator: Brian Creager

Producer: Brian Creager

Editor: Brian Creager

Executive Producer: Bernd Geropp

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