In this insightful episode of “It’s The Bottom Line that Matters,” hosts Jennifer Glass, Patricia Reszetylo, and Daniel McCraine dive into an honest conversation about what it truly means to sit in the CEO seat—and why it’s not always the right place for every founder or entrepreneur.

The discussion starts with Jennifer Glass openly addressing a tough truth: just because you built the business doesn’t always mean you should be leading it. The team explores real-world examples, from the engineer who dreams up a world-changing product but struggles to manage a company, to the founder who thrives as a visionary but finds themselves overwhelmed by the realities of people and operations management.

Listeners will hear Patricia Reszetylo share leadership lessons from figures like Lee Iacocca, illustrating the importance of vision and management skills. Daniel McCraine reflects on his journey of adopting the CEO mindset—and both discuss their own evolutions, the challenges they’ve faced, and what it means to embrace (or reconsider) the CEO title as a founder.

The hosts don’t shy away from the tough questions: When should you bring in a fractional CEO or other C-suite leader? When does holding on to control actually hold your company back? And most importantly, how do you step aside gracefully if it’s in your business’s best interest?

Packed with personal stories, practical advice, and a touch of humor, this episode offers valuable perspective for entrepreneurs, founders, and anyone questioning their own leadership path. If you’re wondering whether the CEO seat is where you truly belong—or what to do if it isn’t—this conversation is for you.

Tune in and discover why, at the end of the day, it’s the bottom line that really matters.

About the hosts:

Jennifer Glass

Lead-host of "It's The Bottom Line That Matters," Jennifer Glass brings a wealth of hands-on business experience to the show. She’s held a variety of roles throughout her career—including working in investor relations during an IPO and providing fractional CEO & COO leadership to startups. Jennifer Glass is passionate about helping founders and entrepreneurs evaluate when to lead and when to step aside for their company’s best interests, always with a focus on long-term growth and success.

Patricia Reszetylo

As co-host, Patricia Reszetylo offers keen insights into the entrepreneurial mindset and journey. An entrepreneur herself, she’s experienced the challenges of transitioning into the CEO role, embracing personal growth and leadership development along the way. Patricia Reszetylo openly shares her process of redefining her approach to leadership, advocating for the power of teamwork and the importance of finding the right role for sustainable business growth.

Daniel McCraine

Daniel McCraine is a co-host who brings strategic thinking and leadership acumen to the podcast. With a background in business leadership and a strong focus on vision and direction, he understands the nuances of effective business management and the need for founders to build strong teams. Daniel McCraine emphasizes the importance of delegation and matching one’s true strengths to the right roles in a growing company.

Keywords: CEO, founder, business management, leadership, entrepreneurship, fractional CEO, vision, company growth, delegation, business owner, team building, roles in business, management skills, people management, business structure, operational skills, strategic thinking, business card titles, scaling a business, C-suite, engineer founder, business development, creative entrepreneur, succession planning, business innovation, company culture, decision making, business forecasting, company longevity, letting go of control