A Founder's Life
Join me as I explore the powerful intersection of entrepreneurship, health & wellness, and parenthood. In each episode, I’ll be interviewing inspiring individuals who excel in one or more of these areas, sharing their stories, insights, and lessons. My goal is to provide valuable takeaways that can help you thrive both personally and professionally.
A Founder's Life
How to Build a Business That Feels Like Family - Jeremy Lurey - S2 - E18
In this episode of A Founder’s Life, host Leo Gestetner sits down with Jeremy Lurey—PhD, entrepreneur, family business advisor, and founder of Plus Delta—to explore the emotional truth behind building a meaningful life and business.
Jeremy shares how he walked away from big consulting and launched his own firm, what it really takes to survive entrepreneurship’s darkest moments, and how his definition of family has expanded far beyond the traditional. From burnout and bank calls to purpose, team building, and legacy—this is a story for founders who want more than just profit.
🔑 What you’ll learn in this episode:
- Why betting on yourself can be the safest option
- The real truth behind hiring (and keeping) great help
- How to create systems that free up your time
- Navigating mental health and physical health on the road
- How to build a business that’s not just about you
- Powerful lessons from near-bankruptcy and personal loss
- Why success starts with clarity about your values
⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro & Background
01:30 - Rejecting the workaholic path
04:30 - From Big Firm to Entrepreneur
06:00 - Surviving the low points
09:00 - Building a business beyond yourself
13:00 - Remote team impact with Thanks
16:00 - Redefining family and leadership
18:00 - Mental & physical health as a founder
23:00 - Pivotal moments & near-bankruptcy
27:30 - Advice to aspiring entrepreneurs
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