What if the key to scaling a business successfully wasn’t just funding, branding, or hiring the right people, but a founder’s lost “superpower”?

On this episode of the Scaling Up Success Podcast, Ryan Van Ornum sits down with Eli Portnoy, serial entrepreneur and founder of Back Engine, to explore how startups can reclaim the CEO advantage, the unique ability to hear directly from customers, make fast decisions, and align every team for maximum impact.

Eli shares his journey from building multiple startups to creating a platform that helps companies of any size stay agile, customer-focused, and fully aligned across teams. He dives deep into the emotional rollercoaster of entrepreneurship, explaining how managing highs and lows can make or break decision-making, and why emotional resilience is as crucial as strategy or funding.

Whether you’re a founder, aspiring entrepreneur, or business leader looking for inspiration, Eli’s experience offers a blueprint for navigating the complexities of scaling a business without losing the founder’s vision.

By the end of this episode, you’ll see why now is one of the most exciting times in history to start a company, and how keeping your “founder superpower” alive can set you apart from the competition.

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