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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.
Episodes
28 episodes
“Work-Life Balance Is a Lie (Unless You Do This)" - Ron Green - Ep #27
Ron Green has built 9 startups. But what he shares in this episode isn’t just about business — it’s about building a life that works.As the CTO of Kung Fu AI, Ron is deep in the AI space. But behind his professional success lies a story...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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31:05
What Founders Need Most (But Rarely Ask For) - Andy Zimmerman - Ep 26
In this episode of A Founder’s Life, host Leo Gestetner sits down with Andy Zimmerman—CEO of Journey and former head of Frog Design—to explore the rarely told truth behind success. From high-powered corporate roles to a life-altering spiritual ...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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31:43
The Hidden Cost of Hustle Culture - Andy Root - Ep #25
Feeling stuck in a business that controls your life instead of supporting it?In this episode of A Founder’s Life, Leo Gestetner sits down with Andy Root—co-founder of Better Every Day—to explore how founders, especially in high-...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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34:02
“You Get What You Measure” — Lessons from a Fintech Pioneer - Roy Vella - Ep #24
In this episode of A Founder’s Life, Leo Gestetner sits down with Roy Vella, fintech veteran and founder of NextCoLabs, to explore what it really means to live with intention. From building PayPal in its earliest days to creating AI-powered mee...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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52:10
Ep #23 - Startup Lessons They Don’t Teach in Grad School - Reeto Mookherjee
In this episode of A Founder’s Life, host Leo Gestetner sits down with Reeto Mookherjee, co-founder and CEO of Angler AI, to discuss his journey from academic researcher to startup founder. Reeto shares the pivotal moments that changed his life...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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28:26
Freedom Over Hustle: How This Founder Did It - Courtney Kehl - Ep #22
In this episode of A Founder’s Life, we sit down with Courtney Kehl, founder of Expert Marketing Advisors, to uncover what it really takes to build a business rooted in freedom, flexibility, and purpose. If you’re an entrepreneur navigating the...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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19:56
Scaling Companies Without Burning Out - Dametric Burnett - Ep #21
In this episode of A Founder’s Life, Leo Gestetner sits down with Dametric Burnett, COO of SNK Building Services, to explore his incredible journey—from cleaning windows to leading a fast-growing company with 16+ locations. 🚀We dive int...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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24:04
Work-Life Balance Is Real—This Founder Proves It - Lee Roquet - Ep #20
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 star...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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15:43
Burned Out? This Founder’s Advice Will Change How You Lead - Keith Alper - Ep #19
Are you a founder or entrepreneur feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or stuck in survival mode?In this episode of A Founder’s Life, we sit down with Keith Alper, a seasoned entrepreneur and leadership expert, who share...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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46:09
Ep #18 - What Disney Taught Me About Success, Failure, and Balance - Mark Jaffe
🔥 The Secret to Business Growth? Learn to Fail Well – Mark Jaffe’s Story 🔥Most people think success comes from avoiding failure. But what if the secret is learning to fail well?In this episode of A Founder’s Life, Leo Gestetner ...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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34:06
Ep 17 - The One Thing Most Entrepreneurs Overlook - Bruce Lipian
Most people think success in private equity and business is about strategy, numbers, and hard work. But what if the real key was something completely different?In this episode of A Founder’s Life, Leo Gestetner sit...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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37:21
Ep #16 - Burnout is Killing Your Business – Do This Instead - Dave Gieselman
The High-Performance Hack Every Entrepreneur Needs Are you operating at your full potential, or is burnout holding you back? In this episode of A Founder’s Life, Leo Gestetner sits down with Dave ...
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35:04
A Founder's Life Ep #15 - Entrepreneurship, Balance, and Long-Term Success - Ray Jansma
In this episode of A Founder’s Life, Leo Gestetner sits down with Ray Jansma, a corporate leader turned entrepreneur, to discuss the mindset shifts that helped him transition from the corporate world to business ownership...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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30:25
A Founder's Life - Ep #14 - Breaking Generational Cycles: Grit and Growth - Zack Lemear
About this episode:In this episode, Leo Gestetner sits down with Zack Lemear, entrepreneur and co-founder of Pivot Creative, to discuss his journey from an unstable childhood and foster care to building successful businesses and c...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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56:29
A Founder's Life Ep #13 - From Farm Life to CEO - Tricia Benn
About this Episode:In this episode, Leo Gestetner sits down with Tricia Benn, CEO and Partner at C-Suite Network, to discuss her journey from growing up on a farm to leading a global business network. Tricia shares insights on leadership, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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45:48
A Founder's Life: Ep #12 - Thriving with ADHD: Path to Clarity and Success - Ian Tenenbaum
About this episode:In this episode, Leo Gestetner sits down with Ian Tenenbaum, an entrepreneur and ADHD coach, to explore his journey from struggling with focus and consistency to building a thriving coaching business. Ian shares ho...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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29:30
A Founder's Life Ep #11 - Building Brands, Building Connections - Anderson Salgado
In this episode, Leo Gestetner sits down with Anderson Salgado, a Marine Corps veteran turned entrepreneur, to discuss his journey from leading Amazon’s beauty category to building his own successful agency. Anderson shares insights on business...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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45:43
Ep #10 - Smart Money, Smart Life: The Path to Financial Freedom - Justin Krane
In this episode, Leo Gestetner sits down with Justin Krane, a financial advisor and founder of Krane Financial Solutions, to discuss his journey from managing personal wealth to helping business owners make smarter financial decisions. Justin s...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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36:13
Ep #09 - Empowering the Next Generation - Jane Walsh
In this episode, Leo Gestetner sits down with Jane Walsh, Executive Vice President at the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE), to discuss her 23-year journey in nonprofit leadership, the power of entrepreneurship education, and the imp...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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27:10
Ep #08 - Leading with Vision: Business, Family, and Legacy - Eric Rozenberg
In this episode, Leo Gestetner sits down with Eric Rozenberg, founder of Event Business Formula, to explore his journey from building corporate event agencies to creating a platform for small business owners, while reflecting on legacy, resilie...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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27:41
Ep #07 - Turning Setbacks into Success - Laurel Mintz
In this episode, Leo Gestetner speaks with Laurel Mintz, founder of Elevate My Brand and Fabric VC, about her journey from corporate law to entrepreneurship and venture capital. Laurel shares how taking over her father’s struggling business spa...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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33:21
Ep #06 - The Long Run: Finding Purpose, Passion, and Balance - Jimmy Dean Freeman
In this episode, Leo Gestetner speaks with Jimmy Dean Freeman, a professional endurance running coach with over 23 years of experience, to explore his journey from starting his first 10k at nine years old to coaching marathon and ultramarathon ...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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54:44
Ep #05 - The Intersection of Serendipity and Strategy - Jason Ciment
In this episode, Leo Gestetner sits down with Jason Ciment, founder of Get Visible, to explore his unconventional journey from CPA and aspiring lawyer to a thriving digital marketing entrepreneur. Jason shares the serendipitous story of meeting...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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28:11
Ep #04 - Balancing Dreams and Realities - Hema Dey
In this episode, Leo Gestetner chats with Hema Dey, founder of Iffel International, about her journey from Malaysia to leading a global marketing agency, balancing single motherhood, entrepreneurial challenges, and her passion for creating oppo...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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27:14
Ep #03 - A Legacy of Creativity and Connection
In this episode, Leo Gestetner chats with Chris Wizner, founder of Vivid Candy, to uncover his journey from a teenage entrepreneur to running a thriving marketing agency in Malibu. Chris opens up about balancing his passion for business with fa...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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46:48
