What if the real key to entrepreneurial success was a morning hike, a cup of coffee with your partner, and 400 hours of movement a year?

In this episode of A Founder’s Life, Leo Gestetner sits down with Lee Roquet—a 25-year tech and startup veteran who traded hustle culture for purpose, nature, and a balanced life. From scaling SaaS companies and building a physical product business from scratch, to tracking outdoor hours like P&L spreadsheets, Lee shares what it really means to live well while leading.

If you’re a founder, exec, or high-performer seeking a more sustainable way to work and live—this episode is for you.

🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn:
• How Lee shifted from burnout to balance
• Why 400 hours of outdoor activity keeps him focused and healthy
• How he led multiple startups through growth and exits
• The role of journaling and executive coaching in mental clarity
• How to redefine your identity beyond work
• How to show up for both your team and your family

⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
01:28 - From ski bum to software executive
04:04 - Founding DECT and scaling physical products
05:48 - The family coffee business
06:06 - Health as a non-negotiable
08:55 - What Lee does for fun
09:57 - Pivotal career moments and transitions
11:47 - What balance looks like in real life
13:45 - The role of partnership and mental fitness

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