One must be clear. Founders and outsiders are different people. Startups belong to founders. Outsiders are brought in as professionals. They are not the owners. The company is never their baby. It's the brainchild of its creators. As long as the professional understands this, everything will be fine. As a professional, you must respect that.
An empowered company is willing to go beyond founding power in pursuit of continued progress. It does not hesitate to place the most deserving person in the decision hot seat.
The founders' dream is to build a lasting impression on the intended audience their creation serves. As the product or service gets roots, organizations evolve; cultures evolve; so do everyone's ambitions.
Founders who are intent always know the efforts to build something good can outlast their prime time. They also realize that hanging on to the hot seat does not necessarily mean progress. Outsiders brought in as professionals will have a role to play at some point. If outsiders show promise and deliver results consistently, the organization benefits. Every organization has to honestly answer whether it has identified the right person and made them responsible for driving results.
Know which side you are on. It will surely enhance your and your company's character when you do.
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